New Fiddle Tunes by Pete Cooper, published by Schott Music, is a collection of 50 original folk-inspired pieces for violin. Part of the Schott World Music Series, it explores English, Scottish, Balkan, Blues, Polka, and Waltz styles while developing authentic fiddle techniques through expert performance guidance and an accompanying CD.

Key Features:

• Published by Schott Music

• Composed by Pete Cooper

• Part of the Schott World Music Series

• 50 original folk-inspired tunes

• Includes accompanying CD performed by Pete Cooper

• Suitable for Grade 3 and above

• Selected pieces may be played as duets.

• Covers a variety of international folk styles

• Includes ornamentation and bowing guidance

• Ideal for lessons, workshops, recitals, and folk performances

Play-Along Violin – World Music: Brazil introduces violinists to the lively rhythms and expressive melodies of Brazilian music through engaging play-along arrangements and professional accompaniment tracks. It provides an enjoyable way to explore world music while developing essential violin techniques and performance skills.

Key Features:

• Features authentic Brazilian musical styles

• Arranged specifically for the violin

• Includes play-along accompaniment

• Demonstration and backing tracks included

• Develops rhythm, phrasing, and musical expression

• Explores Brazilian folk and popular music traditions

• Suitable for developing and intermediate players

• Ideal for lessons, recitals, workshops, and performances

• Expands world music violin repertoire

Classic Rouge vs. Romantic Blue is a distinctive violin collection by Chen Gang, published by People’s Music Publishing House. Blending classical elegance with romantic expression, it offers violinists a rewarding repertoire for study, performance, and musical growth.

Key Features:

• Violin collection by Chen Gang

• Published by People’s Music Publishing House

• Expressive and lyrical violin repertoire

• Combines classical and romantic styles

• Develops tone, phrasing, and interpretation

• Suitable for students and performers

• Ideal for lessons, recitals, and concerts

• Encourages artistic expression

• Expands cultural violin repertoire

• Valuable addition to any violin library

Play-Along Violin – World Music: Balkan from Universal Edition introduces violinists to the exciting sounds of traditional Balkan folk music through authentic arrangements for violin with piano accompaniment. Complete with a professionally recorded CD, this collection provides an enjoyable and educational way to explore world music while developing essential violin skills.

Key Features:

• Published by Universal Edition

• Features traditional Balkan folk music

• Arranged for violin and piano

• Includes accompanying CD

• Demonstration and play-along tracks included

• Develops rhythm, phrasing, and musical expression

• Suitable for developing and intermediate players

• Ideal for lessons, recitals, and workshops

• Expands world music violin repertoire

Pop Hits for Violin – 15 Solo Arrangements features a collection of chart-topping songs arranged for solo violin. Showcasing music by artists such as Lenny Kravitz, Christina Aguilera, Faith Hill, and Train, this book is ideal for violinists looking to enjoy contemporary pop while building confidence and technique.

Key Features:

• 15 solo pop arrangements for violin

• Features popular chart hits

• Music by leading contemporary artists

• Suitable for developing and intermediate players

• Develops rhythm, phrasing, and expression

• Ideal for lessons and performances

• Expands modern violin repertoire

• Encourages confident solo playing

• Great supplementary repertoire

• Perfect for pop music fans

The Fiddler Playalong Collection – Book 2 from Boosey & Hawkes is an exciting collection of traditional fiddle music from around the world. Complete with a professionally recorded CD, it explores authentic styles including Irish, Gypsy, Bluegrass, and Latin American music through flexible arrangements for soloists, duets, and ensembles.

Key Features:

• Published by Boosey & Hawkes

• Second volume of The Fiddler Playalong Collection

• Includes accompanying CD

• Features international fiddle styles

• Arrangements for solo, duet, or ensemble

• Optional piano, violin, or guitar accompaniment

• Suitable for developing and intermediate players

• Ideal for lessons, recitals, workshops, and performances

• Develops rhythm, phrasing, and stylistic awareness

Play-Along Violin – World Music: Russia introduces violinists to the expressive melodies and vibrant rhythms of traditional Russian folk music through engaging play-along arrangements and professional accompaniment tracks. It provides an enjoyable way to explore world music while developing essential violin technique and musical confidence.

Key Features:

• Features traditional Russian folk music

• Arranged specifically for the violin

• Includes play-along accompaniment

• Demonstration and backing tracks included

• Develops rhythm, phrasing, and musical expression

• Explores authentic Russian musical traditions

• Suitable for developing and intermediate players

• Ideal for lessons, recitals, workshops, and performances

• Expands world music violin repertoire

Indian Melodies for Violin by Candida Connolly introduces violinists to the expressive beauty of Indian-inspired music through an engaging collection of lyrical melodies. Perfect for students and teachers alike, it offers an enjoyable way to explore world music while developing essential violin skills.

Key Features:

• Composed by Candida Connolly

• Indian-inspired repertoire for violin

• Develops rhythm, phrasing, and musical expression

• Encourages stylistic awareness

• Suitable for developing and intermediate players

• Ideal for lessons, recitals, and examinations

• Excellent introduction to world music

• Expands violin repertoire

• Valuable teaching resource

• Perfect for students and performers