Tchaikovsky’s "Andante Cantabile" (arr. Kreisler, Schott) is a moving, lyrical classic for violin and piano—famous for its folk melody and emotional power.
Experience the touching beauty of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s "Andante Cantabile," arranged for violin and piano by Fritz Kreisler and published by Schott. Originally the second movement of Tchaikovsky’s String Quartet No. 1 in D major, Op. 11—his first completed string quartet—this melancholic piece is renowned for its heartfelt lyricism and expressive depth. The Andante Cantabile is said to be inspired by a Russian folk song Tchaikovsky heard whistled by a house painter at his sister’s home. The movement’s emotional impact is legendary; at a tribute concert for Leo Tolstoy, it is reported that the great author was moved to tears upon hearing it. This Grade 5-level arrangement by Kreisler captures the warmth and poignancy of the original, offering an accessible and rewarding experience for intermediate and advanced violinists.
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Tchaikovsky’s "Andante Cantabile" from String Quartet No. 1, Op. 11
Arranged for violin and piano by Fritz Kreisler
Inspired by a Russian folk song
Moved Leo Tolstoy to tears at a tribute concert
Melancholic, lyrical Romantic style
Schott edition with clear, practical notation
Grade 5 level, suitable for intermediate and advanced players
Tchaikovsky’s "Melodie, Op. 42 No. 3" (Carl Fischer) is a beloved Romantic classic for violin and piano, perfect for adding lyrical charm to any program.
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•Romantic miniature from "Souvenir d’un lieu cher"
Three Romantic Violin Concertos gathers the Bruch G-minor, Mendelssohn E-minor, and Tchaikovsky D-major concertos into one essential volume showcasing the full expressive arc of Romantic violin writing.
Tchaikovsky’s "The Nutcracker for Violin" (Cherry Lane Music) features 10 festive solos—with CD accompaniment—so you can play along with classics like the Arabian Dance, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Waltz of the Flowers, and more.
Key Features:
•10 solo arrangements with CD backing tracks
•Clear arrangements for intermediate players
•Perfect for holiday performances and personal enjoyment
Tchaikovsky’s “Serenade Melancholique, Op. 26” (Edition Butorac Munchen) is a haunting, lyrical showpiece for violin and piano, revised by Tomislav Butorac.
Tchaikovsky’s "Sérénade Mélancolique, Op. 26" (Henle) is a Romantic masterpiece, edited by Alexander Komarov with fingerings by Klaus Schilde and Ingolf Turban. This urtext edition, based on Russian first editions, offers both marked and unmarked string parts for advanced violinists.
Key Features:
•First concerto work for violin, prelude to the Violin Concerto
Tchaikovsky’s “Serenade Melancolique, Op. 26” (Peters), arranged for violin and piano by Carl Herrmann, is a lyrical Romantic masterpiece and Tchaikovsky’s first violin work.
Tchaikovsky’s "Violin Concerto in D, Op. 35" (Peters), edited by David Oistrakh, is a Romantic masterpiece with expressive melodies and technical brilliance—ideal for advanced violinists.
Tchaikovsky’s “Violin Concerto in D, Op. 35” (Peters), edited by Carl Flesch, is a Romantic-era masterpiece with expressive melodies and technical brilliance for advanced violinists.