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 No. 5 in A Major (Kalmus), also known as the “Turkish,” pairs graceful melodies with lively rhythms and virtuosic passages, making it an essential showpiece for any advancing violinist.
Key Features:
• Iconic “Turkish” finale
• Elegant and energetic solo writing
• Three contrasting movements
• Great for recitals, auditions, and study
A fiery Romantic masterpiece by Édouard Lalo, the Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21 combines Spanish flair with virtuosic brilliance. This Peters violin and piano edition is ideal for advanced performance preparation.
Key Features:
• Spanish-inspired Romantic showpiece
• Technically demanding solo writing
• Five contrasting movements
• Ideal for recital and competition
• Peters edition
Bridge: Moto Perpetuo for Violin and Piano by Frank Bridge, published by Stainer & Bell, is a brilliant perpetual-motion showpiece that celebrates speed, clarity, and virtuoso flair.
Key features
• Fast, energetic, and brilliantly articulated
• Showcases agility and bow control
• Perfect for encores and recital highlights
• A compact virtuoso favorite with instant appeal
A refined Baroque masterpiece by Jean-Marie Leclair, the Sonata in D major, Op. 9 No. 3 blends elegance with virtuosic flair. This Schott edition is ideal for recital and stylistic study.
Key Features:
• Classic French Baroque repertoire
• Expressive and ornamented writing
• Ideal for advanced performance
• Schott edition
Beethoven Sonatas for Violin and Piano, Book 2 by Ludwig van Beethoven, published by Verlag, presents Beethoven’s violin sonatas at a more dramatic and expressive stage of his creative evolution.
Key features
• Greater emotional depth and contrast
• Strengthens true violin–piano dialogue
• Demands increased interpretative maturity
• Essential middle-period Beethoven repertoire
Monti’s “Czardas” for Violin (Ricordi) is a thrilling solo showpiece blending Hungarian dance flair, expressive melodies, and dazzling virtuosity—making it an audience favourite for standout performances.
Key Features:
• Classic violin repertoire
• Striking tempo and mood changes
• Virtuosic and expressive sections
• Ideal for recitals and encores
Achron Hebrew Melody for Violin by Joseph Achron, published by Carl Fischer Music, is a deeply expressive solo violin work cherished for its haunting beauty and emotional honesty.
Key features
• Lyrical and intensely expressive
• Rooted in Jewish musical tradition
• Focuses on tone, color, and phrasing
• A powerful short piece with lasting impact
A fiery Hungarian showpiece by Jenő Hubay, Hejre Kati blends soulful lyricism with dazzling csárdás-style virtuosity. This Bosworth edition is perfect for advanced recital performance.
Key Features:
• Hungarian-inspired character
• Virtuosic and dramatic style
• Ideal for recital and competition
• Bosworth edition
