Leonard, Solo Op. 41 No. 5 for Violin & Piano

Carse: Violin School of Progressive Studies Book 1 by Adam Carse, published by Stainer & Bell, is a classic beginner method that builds secure, musical fundamentals from the very first lessons.

Key features

• Clear, confidence-building progression

• Emphasis on tone, control, and good habits

• Musically focused beginner studies

• Essential starting point for violin students

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

Vitali, Chaconne in G minor for Violin and Piano (Peters) is a powerful Baroque showcase for advanced violinists, featuring dramatic variations and rich expressive colour.

Key Features:

• Expressive, technically demanding Baroque work

• Ideal for recitals, competitions, and study

• Includes a refined piano accompaniment

The Red Violin Caprices for Violin by John Corigliano, published by G. Schirmer, is a virtuosic solo work inspired by the acclaimed film score.

Key features

• Cinematic intensity meets concert virtuosity

• Modern harmonic richness and dramatic flair

• Demanding, high-impact recital repertoire

• A standout contemporary violin showpiece

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

Beethoven Romances in G major Op. 40 and F major Op. 50 for Violin and Piano by Ludwig van Beethoven, published by G. Henle Verlag, are two lyrical masterpieces that showcase Beethoven’s most tender and expressive violin writing.

Key features

• Warm, singing melodic lines

• Emphasis on tone, phrasing, and expressive restraint

• Urtext clarity enabling personal musical voice

• Essential lyrical repertoire for violinists

Kreisler's Sicilienne and Rigaudon (Schott) offers two contrasting Baroque-style pieces for violin and piano, ideal for intermediate to advanced performers looking for both lyricism and lively dance character.

Key Features:

• Arranged by Fritz Kreisler

• For violin and piano

• Intermediate to advanced level

• Includes both Sicilienne and Rigaudon

• Perfect for recitals and teaching

This brilliant selection of ancient pieces is arranged by Edward Huws Jones for intermediate level violin with simple piano accompaniment.