

Berkeley Elegy and Toccata for Violin and Piano (Chester Music)
Berkeley, Elegy and Toccata for Violin and Piano (Chester Music)
Sir Lennox Randal Francis Berkeley (12 May 1903 – 26 December 1989) was an English composer.
He composed Elegy and Toccata for violin and piano in 1950. They were originally published separately but they complement each other beautifully and form a logical pairing. Both pieces were dedicated to the violinist, Frederick Grinke for whom Berkeley had a life-long regard. It has the expected characteristics of style commonly associated with the titles Elegy and Toccata. Berkeley's voice is evident in the lyricism of the Elegy and the energy of the Toccata. The bitter-sweet harmony – so often resulting from major-minor chords – and the sudden surprising chromatic slips are totally individual.
As performed by violinist Roberts Balanas and pianist Andrew Gallacher
Duo in G Major, Op. 13 No. 6 by Franz Anton Hoffmeister is a beautifully crafted work for violin and viola that highlights the elegance and balance of Classical chamber music.
Key Features:
• Music by Franz Anton Hoffmeister
• For violin and viola
• Duo in G Major, Op. 13 No. 6
• Classical chamber music for two equal voices
• Bright, lyrical, and engaging musical writing
• Suitable for intermediate and advanced players
• Develops ensemble playing, articulation, phrasing, and musical communication
• Ideal for recitals, chamber music performances, examinations, and conservatory study
• Encourages stylistic understanding of the Classical era
• An excellent addition to the violin and viola chamber music repertoire
This Bärenreiter Urtext edition presents all of Mendelssohn’s violin sonatas, with facsimiles and expert commentary—an essential resource for study and performance.
Key Features:
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• Urtext and fingered violin parts
• Moderate technical level
• Bärenreiter edition