Three Jewels for Two Violins and Piano (Keller)

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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.

A distinguished Dover volume pairing the Violin Sonata in A major by César Franck and Violin Sonata No. 1, Op. 13 by Gabriel Fauré. Reproduced from authoritative Breitkopf & Härtel editions, this collection brings together two cornerstone works of the French Romantic repertoire.

Key Features:

• Two landmark violin sonatas in one volume

• Franck’s wedding gift to Eugène Ysaÿe

• Fauré’s innovative chamber debut

• Rich Romantic harmony and lyricism

• Reliable Dover reproduction edition

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