

Biber, Passacaglia for Violin Solo (PWM edition)
Edited by Antoni Cofalik
The Rosary Sonatas (AKA the Mystery Sonatas) by Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber are a collection of 16 short sonatas for violin and continuo with a final passacaglia for solo violin. This edition of the passacaglia was edited by Antoni Cofalik.
It is thought that the Mystery Sonatas were composed around 1676, but they were unknown until they were published in 1905. However, Biber's music was never entirely lost due to the exeptional technique needed to play many of his works.
The Passacaglia is considered the most “outstanding work of its type before the Bach Chaconne”.
Performance by Elicia Silverstein
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgcR183f8gA.
Albéniz Tango for Violin or Viola and Piano by Isaac Albéniz, arranged by Watson Forbes, is a richly expressive Spanish character piece that rewards lyrical playing and rhythmic freedom.
Key features
• Warm, sensuous Spanish character
• Ideal for expressive tone and phrasing
• Works beautifully for violin or viola
• A charming and atmospheric recital miniature
Samuel Barber
Concerto Opus 14 for Violin and Orchestra (Schirmer)
This edition contains the violin solo along with a piano reduction
Edited by David Flachs