Wilhelm Friedemann Bach was a highly talented German composer and performer born in 1710. He composed Three Duets for Two Violas in Berlin around 1775, which inherited the contrapuntal style of his father and contributed significantly to Berlin's musical heritage. There is a cyclical connection among the duets, and Bach adapted the music to maintain harmonic and melodic balance between the two instruments.
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’ 15 Duos Abécédaires (Fischer) is a complete set of progressive duets for two violins, perfect for building ensemble skills and musicality in students.
Key Features:
• Fifteen progressive violin duets
• Emphasis on technique and ensemble
• Ideal for teaching and study
• Fischer edition
Jazz Rock for Two: 10 Duets for Violins by Richard Jasinski. Pub. Jasinski Music Publications.
Experience the essence of Baroque style with Vivaldi's Concerto Op. 3 No. 8 for 2 Violins (Kunzelmann). Taken from the renowned L'estro Armonico op. 3. Collection: this 1711 masterpiece spotlights two solo violins and a string orchestra and played a key role in establishing Vivaldi's legacy as Il Prete Rosso (The Red Priest).
Key Features:
• Concise Kunzelmann edition of Op. 3 No. 8
• Part of the L'estro Armonico collection (1711)
• Arranged for two solo violins and strings
• Showcases Vivaldi’s signature interplay and energy
