Vitali’s "Chaconne in G minor" (Breitkopf) is a powerful Baroque showcase for advanced violinists, featuring dramatic variations and rich expressive colour.
Key Features:
• Breitkopf edition, clear and scholarly
• Expressive, technically demanding Baroque work
• Ideal for recitals, competitions, and study
• Includes a refined piano accompaniment
Mozart’s Early Sonatas Vol. 1 for Violin (Barenreiter) presents a selection of charming, youthful works in a clear urtext edition—perfect for exploring the roots of Mozart’s genius.
Key Features:
• Early violin and keyboard sonatas
• Melodic, accessible pieces
• Reliable Barenreiter urtext
• Ideal for study and performance
Adaptable Trios for Strings - Violin Trio arranged & composed by Arcari/Putnam
A reflective contemporary work by Aaron Jay Kernis, Air features lyrical violin writing and gentle harmonic color. This Hal Leonard edition offers a graceful addition to modern recital repertoire.
Key Features:
• Expressive modern style
• Lyrical melodic writing
• Ideal for recital performance
• Hal Leonard edition
Master advanced violin technique with Wieniawski’s 2 Caprices for Violin, published by IMC. These solo pieces offer challenging, expressive music perfect for developing virtuosity and musicality.
Key Features:
• IMC edition for solo violin
• Two technically demanding caprices
• Ideal for advanced study and recital
Edwards: White Cockatoo, Spirit Dance for Violin by Ross Edwards is a vivid contemporary solo work inspired by the movement and spirit of the white cockatoo.
Key features
• Nature-inspired modern composition
• Rhythmic vitality and expressive contrast
• Ideal contemporary recital piece
• Demands tonal color and rhythmic control
Monti’s “Czardas” for Violin (Ricordi) is a thrilling solo showpiece blending Hungarian dance flair, expressive melodies, and dazzling virtuosity—making it an audience favourite for standout performances.
Key Features:
• Classic violin repertoire
• Striking tempo and mood changes
• Virtuosic and expressive sections
• Ideal for recitals and encores
Glazunov’s Serenade Espagnole, arranged by Kreisler, is a spirited and colorful showpiece for advanced violinists, blending lush Russian melodies with exotic Spanish dance rhythms.
Key Features:
• By Glazunov, arranged by Fritz Kreisler
• For violin and piano
• Advanced level
• Spanish-inspired rhythms and Romantic lyricism
• Perfect for recitals and encores
