Christmas Favourites for Strings - Violin

Wieniawski's Scherzo-Tarantella, Op. 16, is a thrilling, technically demanding concert work that combines playful scherzo elements with the fiery energy of a tarantella. This edition from International Music Company, edited by Zino Francescatti, is ideal for advanced violinists seeking a brilliant recital or competition piece.

Key Features:

• Composed by Henryk Wieniawski

• Includes Scherzo-Tarantella, Op. 16

• For violin and piano

• Published by International Music Company

• Edited by Zino Francescatti

• Virtuosic Romantic repertoire work

• Features brilliant technique and energetic rhythms

• Ideal for recitals, competitions, and performances

• Suitable for advanced and professional players

• A classic violin showpiece by Wieniawski

A charming and lyrical favorite by Gabriel Fauré, Sicilienne, Op. 78 combines flowing melody with rich harmonic color. Edited by Wolfgang Birtel with fingering and bowing by Maria Egelhof, this Hamelle edition is ideal for recital and expressive performance.

Key Features:

• Famous Romantic miniature

• Graceful siciliano character

• Includes detailed fingering and bowing

• Ideal for recital and encores

• Hamelle edition

Monti’s “Czardas” for Violin (Ricordi) is a thrilling solo showpiece blending Hungarian dance flair, expressive melodies, and dazzling virtuosity—making it an audience favourite for standout performances.

Key Features:

• Classic violin repertoire

• Striking tempo and mood changes

• Virtuosic and expressive sections

• Ideal for recitals and encores

Eugène Ysaÿe's 6 Sonatas, Op. 27 for Solo Violin is one of the most important collections in the solo violin repertoire. Published by G. Schirmer, these masterworks combine extraordinary technical challenges with profound musical expression, making them essential repertoire for serious violinists.

Key Features:

• Composed by Eugène Ysaÿe

• Complete 6 Sonatas for Solo Violin, Op. 27

• Published by G. Schirmer

• Written for unaccompanied violin

• Dedicated to famous violin virtuosos

• Features advanced technical and musical challenges.

• Develops artistry and interpretive skills

• Essential solo violin repertoire

• Suitable for advanced and professional violinists

• A landmark work alongside Bach's solo sonatas and Paganini's caprices

Chopin: Two Nocturnes arranged for Violin by Frédéric Chopin, transcribed by Pablo de Sarasate, presents two timeless nocturnes in beautifully lyrical violin arrangements.

Key features

• Features Chopin’s most beloved nocturnes

• Lyrical, expressive, and vocally inspired

• Refined Sarasate violin artistry

• Elegant recital and encore repertoire

Wieniawski's Scherzo-Tarantelle, Op. 16 is a thrilling virtuoso showpiece that combines sparkling scherzo character with the fiery energy of a tarantella. Published by Edition Peters, it remains a favourite among advanced violinists for its excitement, brilliance, and technical challenges.

Key Features:

• Composed by Henryk Wieniawski

• Includes Scherzo-Tarantelle, Op. 16

• Published by Edition Peters

• Brilliant and energetic concert work

• Combines scherzo and tarantella styles

• Develops advanced violin technique

• Features dazzling virtuosity and rapid passagework

• Ideal for recitals, competitions, and performances

• Suitable for advanced and professional players

• A staple of the Romantic violin repertoire

Experience the brilliance of Fritz Kreisler’s “Praeludium and Allegro” for violin and piano, presented in this concise Schott edition. Perfect for advanced players, this piece showcases dramatic flair and lyrical melodies—ideal for recitals and competitions.

• Kreisler’s classic showpiece

• For advanced violinists

• Dramatic and lyrical contrasts

• High-quality Schott edition

Leonard, Solo Op. 41 No. 5 for Violin & Piano

Composed by Hubert Leonard. With Standard notation. Opus 41, Number 5. Gerard Billaudot Editeur #514-80099. Published by Gerard Billaudot Editeur (PR.514800990).