
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.
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
A collection of 10 pieces, ranging between Bach, Barber, Beethoven, Dvorak, Franck, Mozart, Previn, Tchaikovsky and John Williams.
Tchaikovsky’s “Souvenir d’un Lieu Cher” (Faber/IMC), edited by Ivan Galamian, is a lyrical three-movement suite for violin and piano that draws on Russian folk influences and showcases violinistic brilliance.
Key Features:
• Three contrasting movements
• Edited by Ivan Galamian
• Beautiful, folk-inspired melodies
• Advanced level, clear edition
Tchaikovsky’s "Nutcracker Suite for 2 Violins" (Universal) offers a festive selection of ballet favourites in a clear, playable duet arrangement.
Key Features:
• Beloved Nutcracker dances for two violins
• Universal Edition, clear notation
• Ideal for duet recitals and holidays
• Intermediate to advanced level
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.
Key Features:
• First violin/orchestra work by Tchaikovsky
• B flat minor, Romantic style
• Arranged by Carl Herrmann (Peters)
• Advanced level, clear edition
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.
Key Features:
• Edited by Carl Flesch (Peters)
• Iconic concerto, advanced level
• Lyrical, virtuosic, and clear edition
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.
Key features
• Three iconic audience-favorite concertos
• From lyric warmth to symphonic virtuosity
• Core repertoire for every advancing violinist
• A lifelong foundation of Romantic expression
Tchaikovsky’s "Valse-Scherzo, Op. 34" (Henle) is a sparkling, virtuosic waltz for advanced violinists, presented in a clear and scholarly urtext edition.
Key Features:
• Lively Romantic showpiece
• Henle Urtext Edition, clear notation
• Advanced level, expressive flair
Three Romantic Violin Concertos (Schirmer) brings together the Bruch G-minor, Mendelssohn E-minor, and Tchaikovsky D-major concertos—three pillars of the Romantic violin repertoire.
Key features
• Three iconic concertos in one volume
• A journey from lyricism to symphonic virtuosity
• Essential study and performance repertoire
• Cornerstone collection for advancing violinists