Ries, Pepetuum Mobile Op. 34 No. 5 for Violin (IMC)

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

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

Hoffmeister's "Duo in B-flat Major, Op. 13, No. 4" is a popular classical composition for violin and viola. The piece has three movements: Allegro Moderato, Adagio, and Rondo Allegretto. Hoffmeister was a German composer and music publisher known for his extensive work on the flute. He created over 25 concertos and chamber works for the flute, considering Vienna's growing number of amateur musicians. He also composed eight operas, over 50 symphonies, several concertos, a vast amount of string chamber music, piano music, and collections of songs.

"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.

Vanhal, Sonata in B flat major Op. 30 No 1 for Violin (Doblinger)...