Old Masters For Young Players Bk 2 For Violin (Schott)

Albéniz Tango for Violin or Viola and Piano by Isaac Albéniz, arranged by the distinguished violist and editor Watson Forbes, transforms one of Albéniz’s most evocative Spanish miniatures into a richly expressive chamber work; infused with sultry rhythm, melancholic lyricism, and unmistakable Iberian color, this arrangement allows violinists or violists to explore vocal phrasing, rhythmic freedom, and warm tonal shading, making it an ideal character piece for recital, teaching, and expressive contrast within a concert program.

Key features:

• Captures the sensuous, nostalgic atmosphere of Spanish dance, rich in color and mood
• Encourages rubato, expressive slides, and vocal-style phrasing, ideal for tone development
• Equally effective for violin or viola, offering flexibility in programming
• A perfect contrast piece between larger Romantic or modern works
• Compact yet emotionally resonant, making a strong impact without virtuoso display
• Showcases the arranger’s deep understanding of string color and expressive nuance

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