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 "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 “Waltz from ‘Sleeping Beauty’” is a delightful, lyrical favourite arranged for violin and piano—ideal for recitals and special occasions.
Key Features:
• Famous ballet waltz
• Arranged for violin and piano
• Elegant, expressive style
• Clear edition for advanced players
Tchaikovsky’s “Chanson Triste, Op. 40 No. 2” (Schott) brings Russian lyricism to the violin, offering a haunting and expressive piece for advanced players.
Key Features:
• Expressive Romantic miniature
• Arranged for violin
• Clear Schott edition
• Advanced level
A collection of 10 pieces, ranging between Bach, Barber, Beethoven, Dvorak, Franck, Mozart, Previn, Tchaikovsky and John Williams.
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.
Key Features:
• Romantic miniature from "Souvenir d’un lieu cher"
• Carl Fischer edition, clear notation
• Suitable for all levels
Tchaikovsky’s "Valse-Scherzo, Op. 34" (EMB) is a brilliant, virtuosic waltz for advanced violinists, featuring lively rhythms and expressive flair.
Key Features:
• Lively Romantic showpiece
• Virtuosic, waltz-inspired style
• EMB edition, clear notation
• Advanced level
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
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
