Edition Schott
This edition has music for violin, viola and cello hence can be performed by any of these three instruments. There is an accompanying piano reduction.
Written in 1936, Trauermusik is a suite for solo viola and string orchestra. Paul Hindemith composed this work at very short notice to commemerate the dealth of King George the Fifth of England. King George had died the previous evening. Hindemith had traveled to England with the intention of performing his viola concerto Der Schwanenedreher. The concert was cancelled due to King George's death, however the conductor Adrian Bolt still wanted Hindemith to be involved with the broadcast that was arranged instead of the planned concert. During the day following King George's death, Hindemith wrote this suite of four short movements from 11am to 5 pm and it was performed that evening.
A recording of Trauermusic with viola performed by Hindermith
Monti’s “Czardas” for Violin and Piano (Fisher) is a dynamic, folk-inspired favourite featuring dramatic tempo shifts, lively rhythms, and virtuosic violin passages—an ideal choice for captivating performances.
Key Features:
• Iconic Hungarian dance style
• Brilliant solo and piano interplay
• Contrasts lyrical and energetic sections
• Great for recitals and encores
Kreisler's Cadenza to Beethoven's Violin Concerto Op. 61 is a virtuosic, stylistically matched solo cadenza, ideal for advanced violinists preparing Beethoven’s masterpiece.
Key Features:
• By Fritz Kreisler
• For Beethoven Op. 61
• Solo violin cadenza
• Advanced level
• Excellent for performance and study
A dramatic and lyrical chamber sonata by John Ireland, the Violin Sonata No. 2 in A minor combines intensity with poetic expression. A compelling choice for advanced recital performance.
Key Features:
• Powerful British sonata
• Rich harmony and sweeping melody
• Advanced technical demands
• Ideal for concert repertoire
The Doflein Method Volume II: The Violinist's Progress by Erich Doflein and Elma Doflein develops technique through structured work in fingering and bowing.
Key features
• Chapter-by-chapter focus on specific technical problems
• Builds precision and tonal control
• Continues the use of ensemble duets
• Bridges elementary and intermediate violin study
Leonard, Solo Op. 41 No 2. for Violin & Piano
Composed by Hubert Leonard. With Standard notation. Opus 41, Number 2. Gerard Billaudot Editeur #514-80099. Published by Gerard Billaudot Editeur (PR.514800990).
Mozart’s Violin Concerto in B-flat Major (Peters) shines with youthful energy, lyrical elegance, and a performer-friendly score—perfect for study, recitals, and technical growth.
Key Features:
• Reliable Peters edition
• Lively, expressive solo passages
• Ideal for developing violinists
• Great for recitals and auditions
