

Composer and violinist János Lavotta (1764-1820), as a member - together with János Bihari and Antal Csermák - of the ''virtuoso trio'' who played a great role in the history of Hungarian music, was one of the pioneers of verbunkos music. Although his violin duos op. 49 must have also been used for playing music at home, they show the composer's clear educational intent, since the fourteen consecutive pieces represent a gradually increasing difficulty in both technical and musical respects.The relatively short and undemanding melodies, which can be grasped by beginners, the sequence-like structure that makes practising individual technical elements possible, the rhythmical-harmonic accompanying forms, as well as the temperately applied modulations are definitely suitable for beginner violinists to achieve significant progress in playing. According to music historian Mária Domokos, Lavotta's duos could have been included in the syllabus of any contemporary music school at the time.The first publication of Easy Duos - which came out on the 250th anniversary of the Lavotta's birth - was edited by János Dombóvári who provided the fingering and the necessary instructions for performance. Contents 1. Andantino 2. Andante 3. Andantino 4. Allegretto 5. Andante 6. Allegretto 7. Cantabile 8. Andante 9. Andante - Allegro 10. Adagio 11. Adagio - Allegro - Recitativo 12. Cantabile 13. Allegro spiritioso 14. Allegro
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
Mazas’ 12 Little Duos for 2 Violins, Book 2 (Schott), is a charming set of progressive duets—perfect for developing ensemble skills and musicality in students.
Key Features:
• Twelve progressive violin duets
• Emphasis on ensemble and technique
• Ideal for teaching and study
• Schott edition
"Pop Duets for All" is a versatile series designed to provide musicians with an enjoyable and educational experience. It allows groups of any size or combination to perform together, with each book increasing in difficulty from Grade 1 to Grade 3-4. The series is perfect for performances at concerts, recitals, auditions, and festivals, catering to a wide range of instrumental capabilities.
Playable on Any Two Instruments or Any Number of Instruments in Ensemble
Arr. Michael Story
Series: Instrumental Ensembles for All
Category: Mixed Instruments - Flexible Instrumentation
Format: Book
Instrumentation: Trombone, Baritone B.C., Bassoon, Tuba
Delight in Vivaldi’s Concerto in F major for Three Violins (RV 551), available in the EMB edition with piano reduction. Edited by Pál Károlyi, this score features dynamic parts for three solo violins plus strings and harpsichord, making it an engaging choice for Baroque ensembles and performers.
Key Features:
• EMB edition with piano reduction
• Edited by Pál Károlyi
• Three solo violin parts
• Suitable for ensemble or study