Alte Meister for Viola (Old Masters)

Discover the foundations of classical string playing through Alte Meister für junge Spieler (Old Masters for Young Players), a carefully selected collection of easy classical pieces for viola and piano. Edited for viola by Johannes Palaschko and published by Schott Music, the volume introduces developing violists to music by important composers including Purcell, Gluck, Rameau, Handel, Lully, Bach, Beethoven, Tartini, and Schumann.

The pieces provide an approachable way for students to experience contrasting historical styles while strengthening essential technique. Airs, dances, minuets, a sarabande, and other character pieces encourage clear articulation, secure intonation, controlled bowing, rhythmic accuracy, and expressive phrasing. With piano accompaniment throughout, the collection also helps students develop ensemble awareness and confidence, making it particularly useful for lessons, early examinations, student recitals, and progressive repertoire study.

Contents:

• Purcell – Air
• Gluck – Andante cantabile
• Rameau – La Villageoise
• Handel – Air
• Hasse – Two Dances
• Lully – Gavotte and Musette
• Leclair – Sarabande
• J. S. Bach – Two Minuets
• Beethoven – Liebeslied
• Tartini – Sarabande
• Bononcini – Rondeau
• Schumann – Erinnerung

Key Features:

• Edited for viola by Johannes Palaschko
• Published by Schott Music
• Edition Schott ED 1338
• For viola and piano
• 12 accessible classical pieces
• Difficulty: Very Easy to Easy
• Introduces music from several important composers and styles
• Ideal for developing violists, lessons, examinations, and student performances