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.

Arrangeur: Denise A. Gendron. Complete your Christmas Celebration with these timeless songs and carols, published by Santorella, that have been cherished through the ages. These beautifully rich arrangements for Violin can be played as a solo, duet or group performance and each edition includes a piano accompaniment CD. Traditional Christmas Duets for Violin by Denise Gendron, a nationally recognized director, author and educator, is the perfect collection for the holidays. This best selling Christmas series from Santorella Publications is also available in accommodating keys for Viola and Cello as well as a Brass and Reed edition written Trumpet, Clarinet, Flute, Alto Sax and Trombone. Angels We have Heard onHigh - Away in a Manger - Deck The Halls - First Noel - God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - Good Christian Men Rejoice - Good King Wenceslas - Hark! The Herald Angels Sing - It Came Upon a Midnight Clear - I Saw Three Ships - Jolly Old St. Nick - Jingle Bells - Joy To The World - Let There Be Peace On Earth - O Christmas Tree - Come All Ye Faithful - O Come Emmanuel - Little Town of Bethlehem - Silent Night - Star Of East - We Three Kings of Orient Are - We Wish You a Merry Christmas./ Recueil / 2 Violons