Violin Sonata was commissioned by the Carnegie Hall in New York as part of its centennial celebrations in 1991 and first performed on 3rd February of that year by Michelle Makarski and Brent McMunn. It is arelatively diffident three movement work exploring heavy tortuous sentiments without becoming overpowering. The Piano part sets up a series of repeating ostinati with some interesting jazz influences and chord progressions which the Violin part cleverly plays against. Anthony Davis (b. 1951) is an American composer and pianist. His recordings and compositions cover both jazz and modern classical styles but he is best known for hismodern political operas such as X based on the life of Malcolm X.

The Modern Violin Method contains 25 lessons which introduce adults and school-aged beginners to playing the Violin. This comprehensive method provides instruction related to the fundamental skills necessary toplay the Violin in a technically correct and musically satisfying way. Ideal as a partner book for students in school string programs as it provides a review of initial skills an introduction to advanced technique eartraining exercises and an anthology of repertoire. The enclosed teaching points can also supplement Suzuki Violin repertoire and provide students and parents involved in Suzuki lessons additional ear training activitiesand music literacy exercises. These tunes are varied stylistically and include folk tunes from various cultures and original and classic melodies chosen for their musical value and accessibility. Includes access to onlineaudio.

16 Beautiful Movie Songs and Melodies. The internationally acclaimed violinist David Garrett combines his virtuoso playing with modern sounds and with sales of his recordings in the millions at home in Germany and abroad, he is one of the greatest in his field. With ?Alive My Soundtrack? this exceptional violinist draws on his successes and takes us along on a journey through his musical life, combining a wealth of different styles of music in the most wonderful way, without forgetting his classical roots. It is this very diverse approach that makes ?Alive My Soundtrack? so personal and lively.As in the previous BEST OF VIOLIN collection, the accompanying sheet music edition contains 16 transcriptions for violinsolo with piano accompaniment, which are musically inspiring and technically demanding. In collaboration with Franck van der Heijden and John Haywood, David has succeeded in creating a remarkably eclectic mixture of classical, rock and pop music.

Finally a method that teaches violinists how to improvise! Plug in and take your violin on a journey beyond the world of classical music with Mark Wood and Electrify Your Strings. With instruction right out of Mark's famous music education program you'll learn about improvising solo and rhythm parts modern string techniques playing in a band buying electric gear and much much more! Plus there's valuable information not just for students but for string teachers and school musical directors alike so they can rock their orchestras! A CD is included with recorded examples plus jam tracks in different styles and previously unreleased material.

Subtitle: Your favourite ABRSM violin exam pieces-Encore Violin is the official collection of best-loved ABRSM Violin exam pieces selected from syllabuses of the past few decades. Violinists will find an appealing mix of repertoire while teachers can be confident that the perfect balance of content has been selected at every level. Book 1 features 18 popular pieces at Grades 1 and 2. Have fun exploring modern favourites and timeless classics like Mattachins or Mango Walk. Footnotes provide background information a summary of the key skills that each piece develops and new ideas for exploring the music. Whether you’re working through our exams playing informally or planning a performance Encore Violin is full of music you’ll want to play again and again!

Encore Violin is the official collection of best-loved ABRSM Violin exam pieces selected from syllabuses of the past few decades. Violinists will find an appealing mix of repertoire while teachers can be confident that the perfect balance of content has been selected at every level. Book 3 features popular pieces at Grades 5 and 6. Have fun exploring modern favourites and timeless classics like the Bach–Gounod Ave Maria or Brahms’s Hungarian Dance in G minor. Footnotes provide background information a summary of the key skills that each piece develops and new ideas for exploring the music.'

With the first new edition in nearly 100 years former Strad editor Eric Wen provides a 21st Century view of these classics. Book 2 includes modern fingerings as an alternative to the traditional utilizing extensions contractions and half positions.