8 Intermediate-Level Tango Classics. Par DIVERS AUTEURS (ARR.COLLATTI DIEGO). Authentic tango classics arranged as duets of medium difficulty for 2 cellos - this edition includes the famous tunes of some of the greatest tango compositions the world has ever heard. Tango is full of life and passion - the fact that this love affair of music and rhythm has not lost any of its fascination is demonstrated these classic tango pieces that have been selected for this collection and arranged for two cellos. When Astor Piazolla, Vicente Greco, and Angel Villoldo meet in an edition of tango classics, entertainment and expertise of the highest level are sure to ensue. In addition to one of his own compositions, arranger Diego Collatti has selected some of the most popular tango tunes to be arranged for two cellos, among them 'Libertango', 'El Choclo' and 'A media Luz'. Collatti, who is considered an expert in Argentine tango, has brilliantly and expressively highlighted the two violin parts, which have been essential elements of the tango tradition since its beginning. The duets' characteristic phrasing opportunities combined with their dynamic shading and diverse articulation enhance their value as entertaining concert pieces and deeply authentic ensemble repertory additions. Melancholic tunes, rhythmic precision, and untamed passion can be found in this stylistically diverse collection, the compositional art of which showcases the full emotional range of the tango tradition. - Engaging tango classics by Astor Piazzolla, Vicente Greco, Agostín Bardi, and many other tango composers, selected and arranged by Argentine tango expert Diego Collatti - The clearly structured instrumental parts communicate with each other and remain true to the originals in their range of articulation and dynamics - The stylistic variety, expressiveness, imagination and multicultural influences of the genre are wonderfully combined in this collection / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Recueil / 2 Violoncelles

Written by Gabriel Yared composer to the scores for The English Patient Cold Mountain and The Talented Mr Ripley this folio of 22 original Cello pieces has been designed to inspire andencourage duettists especially teacher/pupil collaborations.The idea grew out of composer Gabriel Yared’s own learning experience which suggested a need for one part to be written for the experienced teacher and anotherfor the developing novice.The duets themselves progress from beginner to advanced levels gradually addressing new technical problems as they go as well as providing varied and stimulating music to play.Theaccompanying CD includes a full recording of each duet as well as two alternative playalong versions each giving prominence to one part or the other.The publication comes with individual parts completing a package thatwas developed composed and produced as a completely original way of learning cello duets.

Superduets 2 provides a wonderful new repertoire of original and entertaining duets for established-beginner cellists. It is designed to build on techniques that have been learned in Superduets 1. 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 tailor-made for players at the very earliest stages of learning. These delightful pieces serve as a unique introduction to the joys of social music-making and help pupils to develop the invaluable skills required for ensemble playing at an early stage. The Cello books are alsocompatible with the Violin books opening up possibilities for mixed ensemble playing.

Schirmer's Library of Musical Classics Vol. 2135-In 1839 Friedrich August Kummer (1797-1879)  wrote Violoncelloschule für den ersten Unterricht(Violoncello School for Preliminary Instruction) Op. 60. The method has remained a staple ofteaching literature ever since.As an appendix to this work Kummer composed several duets of increasing difficulty that can be paired with the topics and exercises learned in the lessons. As cello technique changed duringthe nineteenth century several cellists (Friedrich Dotzauer Bernhard Romberg and Leo Schulty) added other duets bringing the total to 110. Selected Pupil/Teacher Cello Duets contains the first 85collected in the 1900 Schirmer edition of these etudes extracted to be used in lessons to enforce technical and musical issues as they arise.

Playing duets is a great way to learn how to play in a chamber-music setting and this unique collection gives students the opportunity to do it with anyone else who plays a string instrument making the combinations of instruments that can be used almost limitless. Packed with 31 duets in a variety of styles Compatible Duets for Strings is perfect for use in a school setting with students who are especially eager to play music with their friends. Their flexibility makes these duets a must-have for any string player.