Witches' Brew for Violin and Piano

Brahms: Sonata for Violin and Piano in G major Op. 78 by Johannes Brahms, published by Bärenreiter, is Brahms’s most poetic violin sonata, presented in a groundbreaking Urtext edition that reveals the work’s lyrical unity and historical expressive intent.

Key features

• The celebrated “Rain Sonata”, rich in atmosphere and memory

• Song-inspired Romantic lyricism and poetic continuity

• Exceptional insight into historical performance practice

• Essential repertoire for thoughtful, mature chamber musicians

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

Duo in D Minor, Op. 13 No. 5 by Franz Anton Hoffmeister is an expressive Classical chamber work for violin and viola that showcases elegant musical dialogue and refined craftsmanship. 

Key Features:

• Music by Franz Anton Hoffmeister

• For violin and viola

• Duo in D Minor, Op. 13 No. 5

• Classical chamber music repertoire

• Balanced writing for both violin and viola

• Suitable for intermediate and advanced players

• Develops ensemble skills, phrasing, articulation, and musical expression

• Ideal for recitals, chamber music coaching, examinations, and conservatory study

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