Grieg, Violin Sonata No. 2 in G Op. 13

Orchester Probespiel – Test Pieces for Orchestral Auditions: Violin is one of the world's leading audition resources for orchestral violinists. Published by Schott Music and edited by Karin Boerries and Artur Wendt, it contains essential excerpts from the standard orchestral repertoire used by professional orchestras and conservatories.

Key Features:

• Published by Schott Music

• Edited by Karin Boerries and Artur Wendt

• Standard orchestral audition reference

• Based on the German Music Council recommendations

• Essential opera and symphonic excerpts

• Ideal for conservatory students and professionals

• Develops orchestral style and technique

• Excellent preparation for auditions

• Features major orchestral masterpieces

• Essential library resource for serious violinists

Jakob Dont, a Viennese violin pedagogue, wrote the 24 "Études et Caprices", Op. 35, which are violin solos without accompaniment and are considered essential classics. Published in 1880, the pieces consist of 48 pages and are edited by H. Berkley at a very advanced level. The etudes have been reworked by violinists such as Carl Flesch, Max Rostal, and Ivan Galamian in numerous new editions throughout the twentieth century.

“Die Alte Geige, The Violin of Bygone Days” offers a delightful journey through the music of early masters, featuring well-loved pieces for violin from Bach to Beethoven.

Key Features:

• Collection of baroque and classical works

• Famous composers featured

• Intermediate to advanced level

• Clear, practical edition

Contents:

• Peuerl: Padouan, Intrada

• Corelli: Allegro

• Tartini: Minuetto

• Vivaldi: Largo

• J.S. Bach: Rondeau, Polacca

• Handel: Gavotte, Allegretto

• Fux: Aria

• Muffat: Bourrée

• C.P.E. Bach: Allegro

• Haydn: Tema con variazioni, Minuetto

• Gluck: Andante

• Mozart: Gavotte, Deutscher Tanz

• Albrechtsberger: Minuetto

• Beethoven: Deutscher Tanz