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.
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Mendelssohn’s Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64 (Henle) is a beloved Romantic masterpiece for violin, presented in a scholarly urtext edition—ideal for study and performance.
Key Features:
• Romantic violin concerto
• Lyrical and virtuosic
• Henle Urtext Edition
• For advanced performers and students
A reflective and lyrical miniature by John Ireland, Cavatina offers warm melodic writing and poetic character. This Stainer & Bell edition is ideal for expressive recital performance.
Key Features:
• Lyrical and introspective style
• Emphasis on tone and phrasing
• Ideal for recital use
• Stainer & Bell edition
Mozart’s Early Sonatas Vol. 2 for Violin features more charming, inventive sonatas from the composer’s youth—an engaging resource for developing technique and Classical interpretation.
Key Features:
• Additional early violin and keyboard works.
• Lively, melodic pieces
• Faithful, performer-friendly edition
• Great for study, lessons, and performance
Mozart’s Sonatas for Piano and Violin Book 3 (Wiener Urtext-Schott/Universal Edition) unites four remarkable late sonatas in a scholarly, performer-friendly edition—perfect for chamber music lovers and serious students.
Key Features:
• K 454, 481, 526, 547 included
• Edited by Gidon Kremer and Karl Marguerre
• Based on original sources
• Excellent for recitals and study
A practical and musical guide by Neil Mackay, A Tuneful Introduction to the Third Position for Violin helps students develop secure shifting through engaging exercises and pieces. Published by Stainer & Bell.
Key Features:
• Focused third-position training
• Melodic and engaging studies
• Builds confident shifting
• Ideal for advancing students
• Stainer & Bell edition
Mendelssohn’s Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64 (IMC), is a lyrical and virtuosic masterpiece for violin, presented in a dependable edition for performance and study.
Key Features:
• Romantic violin concerto
• Lyrical and technical
• IMC edition
• For advanced performers and students
Leonard, Solo Op 41 No 1 for Violin & Piano
Composed by Hubert Leonard. With Standard notation. Opus 41, Number 1. Gerard Billaudot Editeur #514-80099. Published by Gerard Billaudot Editeur (PR.514800990).
