Advanced Level Duos (EMB)

Hoffmeister's "Duo in B-flat Major, Op. 13, No. 4" is a popular classical composition for violin and viola. The piece has three movements: Allegro Moderato, Adagio, and Rondo Allegretto. Hoffmeister was a German composer and music publisher known for his extensive work on the flute. He created over 25 concertos and chamber works for the flute, considering Vienna's growing number of amateur musicians. He also composed eight operas, over 50 symphonies, several concertos, a vast amount of string chamber music, piano music, and collections of songs.

4 Duets for Violin and Viola by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Universal Edition, presents four beautifully arranged Baroque duets based on Bach's keyboard works BWV 802–805. This collection offers violinists and violists an outstanding opportunity to develop ensemble skills while exploring Bach's timeless contrapuntal writing.

Key Features:

• Published by Universal Edition

• Music by Johann Sebastian Bach

• Four duets for violin and viola

• Based on BWV 802–805

• Classic Baroque chamber repertoire

• Suitable for intermediate and advanced players

• Develops ensemble playing, rhythm, articulation, and intonation

• Ideal for lessons, chamber music, recitals, and examinations

• Encourages authentic Baroque interpretation

• Essential addition to violin and viola libraries

Violin and Viola Duos, Op. 208 by Johann Wenzel Kalliwoda, published by International Music Company, is a delightful collection of two Romantic chamber works that showcase the violin and viola as equal musical partners. 

Key Features:

• Music by Johann Wenzel Kalliwoda

• Published by International Music Company

• Edited by Friedrich Hermann

• Violin and Viola Duos, Op. 208

• Includes two Romantic duos for violin and viola

• Equal chamber music partnership for both instruments

• Suitable for intermediate and advanced performers

• Develops ensemble playing, phrasing, intonation, and tonal balance

• Ideal for recitals, chamber music, and conservatory study

• A rewarding addition to the Romantic string duo repertoire

Bach: Erbarme dich for Violin & Viola or Two Violins and Piano by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Editio Musica Budapest, is a deeply moving sacred transcription that highlights lyrical expression, ensemble unity, and emotional honesty.

Key features

• Profoundly expressive and prayer-like

• Focuses on tone, phrasing, and shared musical breathing

• Ideal for reflective and sacred performances

• A timeless Bach masterpiece of compassion and humility

This Duo for violin and viola was written in1939 by Laszlo Weiner, a hungarian pianist, conductor and composer.

50 Children Songs for Violin and Viola, arranged by Rainer Muehlbacher.