In 1892 Josef Suk (1874-1935) a mere 18 years of age contributed his piece Melody to a collection of simple works for Violin (for two three or four Violins and for Violin with Piano accompaniment) called The Young Violinist published by the Prague-based firm Jos. R. Vilimek (several books issued per year).This short charming and technically undemanding piece for young violinists which is possibly more familiar to Czech audiences in arrangements for other combinations of instruments (Violin and Piano or solo Piano) was published once again in its original version for two Violins to mark the 70th anniversary of Suk's death(2005).The whereabouts of the autograph of this work is unknown; the editor of the new edition Zdenek Nouza based his revisions on the original carefully prepared edition from 1892. The bowings are Suk's own (he was an excellent violinist) but no fingerings have been added since the piece can be played by violinists of varying technical proficiency; first position alone would suffice however a fuller richer sound would be gained with greater mastery of the instrument.

The Tunes for Two series is well established and is used in so many schools throughout the world thanks to the fine arrangements of such well-known pieces. There are 30 duets in each book (piano books oneand two contain 20 each). An excellent introduction to ensemble playing the familiar tunes make playing-along a rewarding experience. The versatile C and B flat instruments book has one part for each instrument.

Par COHEN MARY. Superduets Book 2 provides a wonderful new repertoire of original and entertaining duets for beginner violinists. It is designed to build on techniques that have been learned in Supeduets Book 1 and can be started as soon as players have mastered octave scale in D and G. Consolidating skills such as rhythmic confidence and aural perception, and exploring a wide range of techniques, sound effects and movements, Mary Cohen's 'Superduets' are ideal for developing solid technique in the context of ensemble work. These delightful pieces serve as a unique introduction to the joys of social music-making. The violin books are also compatible with the cello books opening up possibilities for mixed ensemble playing. / Ensemble Music, Instrumental Music / Etude / 2 Violons

30 petites pièces mélodiques et rythmiques p violon/ 30 Short Melodic and Rhythmic Pieces For Violin-Val?rie Bime-Apparailly’s My First Studies To Play Together for Violin. Published by the Editions Leduc Val?rie Bime-Apparailly’s instrumental beginner books – such as ‘Je d?bute le violon’ and ‘Mes premi?res doubles cordes en chansons’ – have enjoyed overwhelming popularity since the day they were published. This excellent educator here turns her attention to the delicate matter of studies: how can these pieces be made less tedious for young violinists? With a crisp clear design enhanced by drawings and carefully crafted explanatory notes the MyFirst Studies To Play Together collection for Violin takes away the dreariness of these pieces giving them beyond their technical importance a musical charm that appeals to 2nd and 3rd year students. The adaptation of the Marche en rondeau which opens Marc-Antoine Charpentier’s ‘Te Deum’ allows players to discover the subtleties of the dal segno; the author also reminds us that this tune gained fame as the Eurovision credits song. These pieces some of which are original some of which borrow from the classical repertoire (Mozart Spohr Beethoven) or from works of great teachers like Charles de B?riot and Fr?d?ric Berr familiarise violinists with musical concepts as basic as syncopation or bowing indications without sacrificing the pleasure of playing music.

22 fiddle tunes from the golden age of sail, featuring dance tunes, shanties (work songs), recreational 'forebitters' and composed melodies which give the landlubber's take on the romance of the sea. Edward Huws Jones explains that 'during the heyday of sail, the busiest sea-routes of all were the North Atlantic crossings, especially between Liverpool and the American cotton ports- it was the heady mixture of African-American and Irish music which gave birth to the mid-century flowering of the sea shanty. Meanwhile English-speaking vessels were sailing to the Cape, India, Australia and many other far-flung destinations, carrying a two-way traffic of song and dance.? The tunes in this collection can all be played as unaccompanied fiddle tunes, which is how they would have been played in the days of sail. But as in other books in the Fiddler series, the flexible format allows a wide variety of different combinations and ensembles. Suitable for intermediate and elementary standard performers. / Violon