Originally written by Prokofiev in 1944 for flute; transcribed by David Oistrakh for Violin.

29 Pieces by 18 Composers-29 pieces by 18 of Boosey & Hawkes most prominent composers. Includes works by John Adams Béla Bartók Benjamin Britten Aaron Copland Sergei Prokofiev Sergei Rachmaninoff Richard Strauss Igor Stravinsky and others

The third volume of the Heifetz Collection is a treasure trove of material for violinists including many items that have never been published before. Jascha Heifetz (1901-1987) remains a landmark among violinists of the twentieth century a performer who virtually redefined the limits of the possible for his chosen instrument. These transcriptions and arrangements made to enrich his repertoire will be a great boon to young virtuosos looking for a challenge. Many of them were provided by the Heifetz family and are published here. Music by Albeniz (Sevilla) Castenuovo-Tedesco (Ritmo di Tango) Debussy ( La chevelure) Fauré (Aubade) Kodaly (Danube-Tisza) Prokofieff(Gavotta Op. 32) among others are included in this handsome collection which is a must purchase for players and lovers of fine violin music.