The Doflein Method Volume V: The Higher Positions by Erich Doflein and Elma Doflein develops confident mastery of the 4th–10th positions within a musical and ensemble-focused framework.
Key features
• Systematic training in higher positions
• Integrates shifting and fingerboard coordination
• Includes duets and short performance pieces
• Final advanced stage of the Doflein Method series
Advanced fingerboard mastery takes center stage in The Doflein Method Volume V: The Higher Positions, part of The Violinist’s Progress by Erich Doflein and Elma Doflein, published by Schott Music. As the culminating volume of this comprehensive and progressive violin method, Volume V systematically guides students into confident use of the 4th through 10th positions while reinforcing the integration of lower and higher positions across the fingerboard.
Rather than isolating high-position technique, the method emphasizes fluid interaction between registers, helping students develop spatial awareness, accurate intonation, and seamless shifting. Short pieces, focused exercises, and numerous duets ensure that technical expansion remains rooted in musical context. As in earlier volumes, theory and ensemble practice remain integral components, strengthening harmonic understanding and collaborative musicianship even at advanced levels.
Volume V represents a significant milestone in violin study, preparing students for demanding concert repertoire while maintaining the Doflein philosophy that technique and musical expression must always evolve together.
Key features:
Mozart’s Sonatas No. 7–12, K296, K376–K380 for Violin and Piano Vol. 2 (Henle) offers six masterful duo sonatas in a precise urtext edition—ideal for musicians exploring the depth and drama of Mozart’s Viennese style.
Key Features:
• Six Viennese sonatas in one volume
• Meticulous Henle urtext with editorial insights
• Rich interplay and expressive variety
• Great for advanced performers and chamber study
The Doflein Method Volume IV: Further Techniques in Bowing and Fingering refines bowing and fingering skills—primarily in first position—while integrating theory and duet practice.
Key features
• Focused refinement of bow control
• Greater fingering precision and coordination
• Musical application through duets
• Strengthens technical fluency before higher positions
Kreisler's Recitativo and Scherzo Caprice, Op. 6, is a dramatic, unaccompanied violin showpiece that uniquely blends free-form expression with technical brilliance—perfect for advanced solo performances.
Key Features:
• By Fritz Kreisler
• For solo violin (no accompaniment)
• Advanced level
• Expressive and virtuosic
• Great for competitions and recitals
The Kreisler Collection for Violin Volume 2 offers more of Kreisler’s enchanting works and arrangements, making it an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced players eager to broaden their repertoire.
Key Features:
• Additional original and arranged pieces by Kreisler
• For violin and piano
• Intermediate to advanced level
• Ideal for performance and study
Leonard, Solo Op. 41 No 2. for Violin & Piano
Composed by Hubert Leonard. With Standard notation. Opus 41, Number 2. Gerard Billaudot Editeur #514-80099. Published by Gerard Billaudot Editeur (PR.514800990).
Wieniawski's Scherzo-Tarantella, Op. 16, is a thrilling, technically demanding concert work that combines playful scherzo elements with the fiery energy of a tarantella. This edition from International Music Company, edited by Zino Francescatti, is ideal for advanced violinists seeking a brilliant recital or competition piece.
Key Features:
• Composed by Henryk Wieniawski
• Includes Scherzo-Tarantella, Op. 16
• For violin and piano
• Published by International Music Company
• Edited by Zino Francescatti
• Virtuosic Romantic repertoire work
• Features brilliant technique and energetic rhythms
• Ideal for recitals, competitions, and performances
• Suitable for advanced and professional players
• A classic violin showpiece by Wieniawski
