
The Violin Collection - G. Schirmer Instrumental Library
A collection of 10 pieces, ranging between Bach, Barber, Beethoven, Dvorak, Franck, Mozart, Previn, Tchaikovsky and John Williams.
Bach Violin Concerto in E major BWV 1042 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Breitkopf & Härtel, is a radiant Baroque concerto celebrated for its rhythmic vitality, elegant violin writing, and expressive balance.
Key features
• Bright, joy-filled concerto with dance-like energy
• Develops stylistic clarity and elegant articulation
• Balances brilliance with poise and musical restraint
• A cornerstone work of the Bach violin concerto repertoire
Bach Violin Concerto in E major BWV 1042 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Breitkopf & Härtel, presents one of Bach’s most confident and radiant violin concertos in a classic scholarly edition that balances structural clarity with expressive freedom; marked by its luminous key, buoyant rhythmic energy, and idiomatic violin writing, this concerto invites the soloist to project brilliance without force, elegance without restraint, and musical joy grounded in Baroque discipline.
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A collection of 10 pieces, ranging between Bach, Barber, Beethoven, Dvorak, Franck, Mozart, Previn, Tchaikovsky and John Williams.
Bach Six Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin BWV 1001–1006 by Johann Sebastian Bach, edited by Ivan Galamian and published by International Music Company, is a landmark edition of Bach’s solo violin masterpieces shaped by one of the most authoritative pedagogical voices in violin history.
Key features
• The cornerstone of solo violin literature
• Guided by Galamian’s clear, structure-driven insight
• Emphasizes balance, discipline, and polyphonic clarity
• Essential for serious, long-term artistic study
Bach Violin Concerto in A minor BWV 1041 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by G. Henle Verlag, is a refined and expressive Baroque concerto that rewards clarity, balance, and musical depth.
Key features
• Inward, dramatically concentrated concerto
• Urtext clarity supporting personal interpretation
• Develops Baroque articulation and rhythmic precision
• A cornerstone of serious Bach concerto repertoire
Bach Violin Concerto in A minor BWV 1041 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Breitkopf & Härtel, is a concentrated and expressive Baroque concerto celebrated for its intensity, balance, and refined violin writing.
Key features
• Inward, dramatically focused concerto
• Develops Baroque articulation and rhythmic clarity
• Combines lyrical depth with energetic finale writing
• Essential Bach repertoire for serious violinists
Johann Sebastian Bach, Violin Concerto in A Minor BWV 1041. Arranged by Martin Schelhaas. Edited by Dietrich Kilian. Published by Baerenreiter.
Discover the timeless allure of J.S. Bach’s Violin Concerto in A Minor, BWV 1041—a masterwork of the Baroque era composed during Bach’s renowned Köthen period (1717–1723). Opening with an Allegro moderato that brims with lively energy and interplay between solo violin and orchestra, the concerto continues with a lyrical Andante. It culminates in an Allegro assai, bursting with technical brilliance and rhythmic vitality. Celebrated for its expressive melodies, inventiveness, and lasting appeal, this concerto is an essential addition to any concert program or personal collection—immerse yourself in one of classical music’s most cherished works.
Bach Six Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin BWV 1001–1006 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Edition Peters, is a trusted Urtext edition of Bach’s complete solo violin cycle, offering a clear and authoritative text for serious study and performance.
Key features
• Six Sonatas and Partitas, BWV 1001–1006
• Solo violin
• Edition Peters Urtext
• Unmarked, source-critical text
• Essential Baroque solo violin repertoire
Bach Twenty Duets for Violin and Cello by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Boosey & Hawkes, is a charming and instructive collection that develops ensemble skills through elegant musical conversation.
Key features
• A true chamber-music dialogue for violin and cello
• Builds listening skills and stylistic clarity
• Accessible yet musically rich Bach repertoire
• Ideal for study, teaching, and performance
Bach: Concerto for 2 Violins in D minor (Peters Edition) offers a clean, performer-oriented presentation that prioritizes musical clarity and ensemble coordination, allowing the intricate dialogue between the two solo violins to read naturally and efficiently without unnecessary editorial interference.
Key features:
• Clear alignment of the two violin parts for precise ensemble interaction
• Minimal editorial markings, supporting interpretive freedom
• Practical layout that facilitates smooth page turns and rehearsal flow
• Engraving that emphasizes structural balance between the solo voices