Mozart, Three Divertimenti (K136, 137, 138) for String Quartet Viola Part Only (Baerenreiter)
Perform three of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's most celebrated early chamber works with this Viola Part Only edition of Three Divertimenti, K.136, K.137, and K.138, published by Bärenreiter. Originally composed in 1772 while Mozart was just sixteen years old, these Divertimenti display remarkable melodic invention, Classical elegance, and youthful brilliance. Although often performed by string orchestra, they are equally treasured in string quartet settings, where each instrument contributes to the clarity and balance of Mozart's writing. This Bärenreiter edition provides the dedicated viola part, making it an ideal replacement or performance copy for chamber musicians.
Suitable for intermediate and advanced violists, the viola part offers excellent opportunities to develop ensemble awareness, rhythmic precision, stylistic interpretation, and refined Classical phrasing. Whether used for quartet rehearsals, concerts, examinations, conservatory study, or chamber music festivals, this edition helps violists perform these enduring masterpieces with confidence and musical sensitivity.
Key Features:
- Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
- Published by Bärenreiter
- Three Divertimenti, K.136, K.137 & K.138
- Viola Part Only
- For string quartet performance
- Urtext edition from a leading scholarly publisher
- Suitable for intermediate and advanced violists
- Ideal for chamber music, recitals, conservatory study, and examinations
- Features three of Mozart's finest early chamber works
Musical Benefits:
- Develops ensemble playing and listening skills
- Strengthens Classical phrasing and stylistic interpretation
- Improves rhythm, articulation, and tonal balance
- Builds confidence in chamber music performance