Hindemith, 1939 Sonata in C for Violin and Piano (Schott)

Old Masters for Young Players, Book 1 for Violin, published by Schott Music, is an inspiring beginner collection that introduces young violinists to the music of the great classical masters in an accessible and musically rewarding way.

Key features

• Real classical music for young players

• Develops style, phrasing, and musical taste early

• Encouraging and confidence-building repertoire

• A classic starting point for serious violin study

Contents: H. Purcell: Air • C. W. Gluck: Andante cantabile • J. P. Rameau: La Villageoise • G. F. Händel: Air • J. A. Hasse: 2 Dances • J. B. Lully: Gavotte and Musette • J. M. Leclair: Sarabande • J. S. Bach: 2 Minuets • L. v. Beethoven: Liebeslied • G. Tartini: Sarabande • G. B. Buononcini: Rondeau • R. Schumann: Erinnerung

Ave Maria by Charles Gounod, based on music by Johann Sebastian Bach, and published by Schott Music, is a timeless sacred classic that highlights the violin’s singing voice and expressive purity.

Key features

• Lyrical, vocal-inspired violin writing

• Calm, prayerful, and emotionally resonant

• Ideal for sacred and ceremonial performances

• A universally loved and deeply moving classic

Orchester Probespiel – Test Pieces for Orchestral Auditions: Violin Volume 2 continues the internationally respected Schott audition series with an expanded collection of essential orchestral excerpts for advanced violinists. Developed using recommendations from the German Music Council and research from the German Orchestra Association, it is an invaluable resource for conservatory students and professional musicians preparing for orchestral auditions.

Key Features:

• Second volume of the Orchester Probespiel series

• Based on the German Music Council recommendations

• Uses the German Orchestra Association research

• Ideal for advanced students and professionals

• Develops orchestral style and technique

• Excellent preparation for orchestra auditions

• Practical reference for conservatory study