Forgotten Metaphor was written for violin and piano in 1995/96. Jirasek dedicated the work to Paul Chou and Paul Salerni.
Jan Jirasek is a Czech composer and actor. He studied composition at the Janáček Academy of Musical Art in Brno with Professor Zdenek Zouhar. He has worked as a music editor and producer at Czech Radio. In 2000, he was awarded the prestigious film music prize (The Czech Lion Award) for the music he composed for the film Wild Flowers. He also won this in 1997 with the film An Ambiguous Report About the End of the World.
Mendelssohn’s Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64 (IMC), is a lyrical and virtuosic masterpiece for violin, presented in a dependable edition for performance and study.
Key Features:
• Romantic violin concerto
• Lyrical and technical
• IMC edition
• For advanced performers and students
Leonard, Solo Op 41 No 1 for Violin & Piano
Composed by Hubert Leonard. With Standard notation. Opus 41, Number 1. Gerard Billaudot Editeur #514-80099. Published by Gerard Billaudot Editeur (PR.514800990).
Mozart’s Early Sonatas Vol. 2 for Violin features more charming, inventive sonatas from the composer’s youth—an engaging resource for developing technique and Classical interpretation.
Key Features:
• Additional early violin and keyboard works.
• Lively, melodic pieces
• Faithful, performer-friendly edition
• Great for study, lessons, and performance
A lyrical and graceful favorite by Gabriel Fauré, Sicilienne, Op. 78 blends flowing melody with rich Romantic harmony. Originally written as incidental music for Le Bourgeois gentilhomme, this Schott edition offers a refined and timeless recital piece.
Key Features:
• Beloved Romantic miniature
• Elegant siciliano character
• Inspired melodic writing
• Ideal for recital and encores
• Schott edition
Kreisler’s Caprice Viennois Op. 2 (Schott) is a charming and expressive violin showpiece, perfect for advanced players who want to highlight both lyrical and technical skills on stage.
Key Features:
• Composer: Fritz Kreisler
• For violin and piano
• Advanced level
• Elegant Viennese style
• Ideal for recitals and competitions
Beethoven Sonatas for Violin and Piano, Book 1 by Ludwig van Beethoven, published by Verlag, presents Beethoven’s early violin sonatas, where true violin–piano partnership and expressive individuality first come into focus.
Key features
• Establishes equality between violin and piano
• Combines Classical elegance with emerging Beethovenian drama
• Ideal foundation for Beethoven chamber-music study
• Essential early repertoire for serious violinists
50+ Easy Classical Solos for Violin is an inviting introduction to classical violin repertoire, offering expressive and accessible solos that help developing players perform with confidence and enjoyment.
Key features
• Easy, musically rewarding classical solos
• Builds confidence and expressive playing
• Ideal for students and early performers
• Encouraging, varied, and performance-ready
A collection of Christmas arrangements which can be played by the entire string group or by individual soloists. Each song is correlated with a specific level in the Essential Elements Method books. Includes: Frosty the Snowman · A Holly Jolly Christmas · Jingle-Bell Rock · Jingle Bells ·Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! ·Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree · Silver Bells · The Hanukkah Song · Up on the Housetop · We Wish You a Merry Christmas · White Christmas.
