
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 A minor BWV 1041 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Editio Musica Budapest, is a focused and expressive Baroque concerto that rewards clarity, balance, and musical depth.
Key features
• Inward, dramatically concentrated concerto
• Develops Baroque articulation and rhythmic precision
• Combines lyrical depth with energetic finale writing
• Essential repertoire for serious violinists
Bach Violin Concerto in A minor BWV 1041 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Editio Musica Budapest, presents one of Bach’s most concentrated and emotionally charged violin concertos in an edition prized for its practicality and musical clarity; inward in character yet rhythmically driven, this concerto challenges the soloist to project expressive intensity through balance, articulation, and architectural awareness rather than overt display, revealing Bach’s mastery of dramatic economy and refined Baroque rhetoric.
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A collection of 10 pieces, ranging between Bach, Barber, Beethoven, Dvorak, Franck, Mozart, Previn, Tchaikovsky and John Williams.
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
Bach Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin BWV 1001–1006 by Johann Sebastian Bach, edited by Carl Flesch and published by Edition Peters, is a landmark edition of Bach’s solo violin masterpieces shaped by one of the great analytical minds in violin history.
Key features
• The cornerstone of solo violin literature
• Guided by Carl Flesch’s authoritative, structure-driven insight
• Emphasizes clarity, balance, and polyphonic control
• Essential for serious, long-term artistic study
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
Bach Sonata in G minor for Solo Violin BWV 1001 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Edition Peters, is a cornerstone of the solo violin repertoire, revered for its intellectual rigor, emotional depth, and uncompromising musical demands.
Key features
• A foundational work of the solo violin literature
• Combines introspection, polyphonic mastery, and rhythmic drive
• Develops absolute clarity, structure, and musical discipline
• A lifelong companion for serious violinists
Bach Violin Concerto in E major BWV 1042 by Johann Sebastian Bach is a radiant Baroque concerto that combines brilliance, rhythmic vitality, and refined ensemble dialogue.
Key features
• Bright, joy-filled concerto with strong rhythmic energy
• Highlights elegant interaction between soloist and strings
• Balances brilliance with poise and stylistic clarity
• Essential repertoire for Baroque ensemble performance
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 G. Henle Verlag, is a radiant Baroque concerto that combines brilliance, rhythmic vitality, and refined lyricism in a pristine Urtext edition.
Key features
• Bright, joy-filled concerto with strong rhythmic drive
• Urtext clarity allowing personal interpretative freedom
• Balances brilliance with elegance and poise
• A cornerstone of the Bach violin concerto repertoire