Leonard, Solo Op. 41 No. 3 for Violin & Piano

Kreisler's Recitativo and Scherzo Caprice, Op. 6, is a dramatic, unaccompanied violin showpiece that uniquely blends free-form expression with technical brilliance—perfect for advanced solo performances.

Key Features:

• By Fritz Kreisler

• For solo violin (no accompaniment)

• Advanced level

• Expressive and virtuosic

• Great for competitions and recitals

A charming and lyrical favorite by Gabriel Fauré, Sicilienne, Op. 78 combines flowing melody with rich harmonic color. Edited by Wolfgang Birtel with fingering and bowing by Maria Egelhof, this Hamelle edition is ideal for recital and expressive performance.

Key Features:

• Famous Romantic miniature

• Graceful siciliano character

• Includes detailed fingering and bowing

• Ideal for recital and encores

• Hamelle edition

Dance of the Tumblers by Rimsky-Korsakov, arr. Bob Lipton Gr2.5

Johann Sebastian Bach, Violin Concerto in A Minor BWV 1041. Arranged by Martin Schelhaas. Edited by Dietrich Kilian. Published by Baerenreiter.

Discover the timeless allure of J.S. Bach’s Violin Concerto in A Minor, BWV 1041—a masterwork of the Baroque era composed during Bach’s renowned Köthen period (1717–1723). Opening with an Allegro moderato that brims with lively energy and interplay between solo violin and orchestra, the concerto continues with a lyrical Andante. It culminates in an Allegro assai, bursting with technical brilliance and rhythmic vitality. Celebrated for its expressive melodies, inventiveness, and lasting appeal, this concerto is an essential addition to any concert program or personal collection—immerse yourself in one of classical music’s most cherished works.

A reflective and lyrical miniature by John Ireland, Cavatina offers warm melodic writing and poetic character. This Stainer & Bell edition is ideal for expressive recital performance.

Key Features:

• Lyrical and introspective style

• Emphasis on tone and phrasing

• Ideal for recital use

• Stainer & Bell edition

Wieniawski's Scherzo-Tarantelle, Op. 16 is a thrilling virtuoso showpiece that combines sparkling scherzo character with the fiery energy of a tarantella. Published by Edition Peters, it remains a favourite among advanced violinists for its excitement, brilliance, and technical challenges.

Key Features:

• Composed by Henryk Wieniawski

• Includes Scherzo-Tarantelle, Op. 16

• Published by Edition Peters

• Brilliant and energetic concert work

• Combines scherzo and tarantella styles

• Develops advanced violin technique

• Features dazzling virtuosity and rapid passagework

• Ideal for recitals, competitions, and performances

• Suitable for advanced and professional players

• A staple of the Romantic violin repertoire

A fiery concerto masterpiece by Aram Khachaturian, the Violin Concerto in D minor blends folk-inspired energy with Romantic lyricism. This Boosey & Hawkes violin and piano edition is ideal for advanced performance preparation.

Key Features:

• Vibrant 20th-century concerto

• Virtuosic and expressive writing

• Folk-influenced character

• Ideal for recital and competition

• Boosey & Hawkes edition

Milhaud’s “Sonatine for Violin and Cello” is a vibrant, modern chamber duet that showcases expressive melodies, rhythmic inventiveness, and the dynamic interplay between two instruments. Perfect for advanced performers, this piece invites players to explore a range of moods and colours, making it a standout choice for recitals or chamber music programs.

Key Features:

• Composer: Darius Milhaud

• Three-movement structure

• Playful, rhythmic dialogues

• Distinctive sound colours

• Invites creative interpretation