COMPOSER'S NOTESThe music of these violin duos has been influenced by the centuries-long flow of traditional music from the British Isles to North America and back again. The compositions are dedicated toseveral people who are keeping that transatlantic musical flow in motion today.Sleep Sound Ida Mornin'Sleep Sound ida Mornin' is a very short duo for two violins based on a traditionaltune which I first heard in the Orkney Islands although played there on the banjo by a native of Kansas. My extended version with a slow introduction was first played in Boston on 29th January 1995 by Lesley Chen and NathanSchmidt members of the New England Conservatory's Preparatory Division during their annual weekend festival of contemporary music. This very remarkable and encouraging event was devised and organised by Rodney Lister to whomthis piece is dedicated.Duration c. 2 minutes.Atlantic DriftAn earlier even shorter version of Atlantic Drift written for violin and piano was first performed by PeterSheppard Skaerved and Aaron Schorr at the Royal Academy of Music London on 9th May 2006 in a concert to celebrate the 70th birthday of the American composer and transatlantic communicator Elliott Schwartz. The melody isoriginal though clearly influenced by the music and perpetual tides of the Hebrides. Duration c. 3 minutes.Rain and Mist are on the Mountain I'd Better Buy SomeShoesThis four-movement duo for two violins is based on a fragment of a Gaelic folk song from Barra in the Western Isles of Scotland. The title suggests that although the Gaels of yesteryear were rich inpoetic expression and the beauties of nature they were otherwise not very affluent. Rain and Mist was first performed at the Wigmore Hall London on 6th February 2005 by Corina Belcea and Laura Samuel.Duration c. 6

9 Pieces for two Violins-Popular adagios from the classical repertoireEasy pieces which sound impressiveBoth parts of equal importance Well-known slow movements melodies and arias have been arranged for two violins with a passion for detail but above all with convincing musical results. The arrangements stand out for their high fidelity to the original works. Both players are of equal importance and the melody with its expressive themes moves frequently from one player to the other. Perfect for weddings auditions or busking. The arranger Vladimir Bodunov is a versatile musician from Belarus. He performs throughout Europe as a soloist in orchestras and particularly in duo with his wife MartaDanilkovich.From the contentsMozart Adagio (Clarinet Concerto) / Vivaldi Largo (The Four Seasons Winter) / Marcello Adagio in D minor / Puccini Nessun Dorma from Turandot Arrangements by Bodunov already published:Violin Classics for two ViolinsBA 10607

An impelling and moving Sonata for Two Violins by Ukrainian composer Sergei Prokofiev. The four short movements are lyrical playful fantastic and violent all striking themes. The warmer style and highly effective sequence mirrors Prokofiev's condition at the time of composition: after his travels to the West away from Russia his work became increasingly more embracing rather than the confrontational and biting scores of his youth. This piece is one of the Great Performer's Editions and has been faithfully edited by David Oistrakh.

A wonderful collection of duets for Violin taken from the great pieces from Operas by Mozart Bizet Verdi and Puccini. These pieces have been arranged by Michael Rennie and Granville Walker.

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

for Violin - Volume 2: Advanced-The Carl Fischer Progressive Duets is a comprehensive publication of two volumes of graded duets that have been arranged or composed by Larry Clark and Doris Gazda. Larry and Doris have drawn on their extensive experience as school music teachers and prominent composer/arrangers to create a collection of duets that will be useful in a variety of performance situations. Playing duets is an excellent way for the student to build ensemble skills with a colleague or teacher.

Aleksy Igudesman has again been on his travels - the result - an extraordinary and enlightening collection of traditional and original pieces for violin duos embracing the stylish characteristics of music from eleven different cultures. The notes on the pieces provide practical advice and the descriptions of the various influences that prompted their composition are truly inspiring

The twenty-five pieces in this collection date back to 18th and 19th century Scotland. Included are song and fiddle airs strathspeys reels jigs a hornpipe and the sword dance. The pieces are arranged for viola and cello withguitar chords. Since the viola generally has the melody the pieces can also be played by solo viola. The music of Scotland is unique. The airs have their own special beauty and the dances are fun to play with lively tempos dotted rhythms and sudden key changes. This music has been the pleasure of country fiddler and pipers. Now violists and cellists and their listeners can feel themselves transported to the Lowlands and Highlands of Scotland. Twenty-five pieces dating back to 18th and 19th century Scotland. Includes song and fiddle airs strathspeys reels jigs a hornpipe and the sword dance. Since the viola generally has the melody the pieces canalso be played by solo viola and guitar chords are included. The airs have a special beauty and the dances are fun to play with lively tempos dotted rhythms and sudden key changes.

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

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