Bach Concerto in D minor BWV 1043 for Two Violins and Orchestra by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by G. Henle Verlag, is a masterwork of musical conversation, celebrated for its lyrical beauty and perfectly balanced dialogue between two solo violins.
Key features
• One of the greatest double concertos ever written
• Renowned for its intimate, expressive slow movement
• Develops ensemble unity and musical dialogue
• Essential Baroque repertoire for serious violinists
Bach Concerto in D minor BWV 1043 for Two Violins and Orchestra by Johann Sebastian Bach, published in a scholarly Urtext edition by G. Henle Verlag, is one of the most celebrated double concertos in the Baroque repertoire; revered for its extraordinary interplay between the two solo violins, the work unfolds as a continuous musical conversation in which imitation, contrast, and shared expression are woven into a perfectly balanced structure, offering performers an unmatched experience of chamber-like intimacy within a concerto framework.
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Telemann’s "6 Canonic Sonatas for 2 Violins" (Peters) offers inventive Baroque duets—perfect for violinists seeking expressive ensemble playing and contrapuntal mastery.
Key Features:
• Six canonic duets for two violins
• Engaging Baroque style
• Peters edition with clear notation
• Intermediate to advanced level
Bach: Three Sonatas in D minor after BWV 1043 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Dohr Verlag, transforms Bach’s famous Double Violin Concerto into intimate chamber sonatas rich in dialogue and contrapuntal clarity.
Key features
• A chamber reinterpretation of the Double Violin Concerto
• Emphasizes dialogue, balance, and ensemble unity
• Reveals Bach’s contrapuntal mastery in a new light
• Ideal for advanced violin duos and continuo players
Playing duets is a great way to learn how to play in a chamber-music setting, and this unique collection gives students the opportunity to do itwith anyone else who plays a string instrument, making the combinations of instruments that can be used almost limitless. Packed with 31 duets in a variety of styles, Compatible Duets for Strings is perfect for use in a school setting with students who are especially eager to play musicwith their friends. Their flexibility makes these duets a must-have for any string player.
Bring the house down with Sarasate’s Navarra Op. 33 for two violins and piano, available in the Simrock edition. Packed with Spanish rhythms and dazzling virtuosity, it’s a show-stopping favourite for advanced duos at recitals or as a grand encore.
Key Features:
• Simrock edition for two violins and piano
• Spirited, Spanish-inspired melodies
• Virtuosic parts for both violinists
• Excellent for advanced recitals and encores
