Piazzolla, History of The Tangofor violin (Lemoine)

"Technics of Bowing" by August Casorti, Op. 50, edited by Mittel and published by G. Schirmer, is a 28-page guidebook for violinists seeking to improve their bowing techniques.

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

Nigun (Improvisation) from Baal Shem for Violin by Ernest Bloch, published by Carl Fischer, is a profoundly expressive solo that transforms the violin into a voice of prayer and longing.

Key features

• Deeply emotional and spiritual

• Vocal, improvisatory violin writing

• Demands expressive intensity and sincerity

• A landmark work of 20th-century violin repertoire

Sculthorpe, Irkanda I for Violin Alone(Faber)