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Carl Bohm (1844 - 1920) was a renowned teacher and composer of effective works for developing violinists.  His famous "Moto Perpetuo" is played by nearly every violinist.  The "Galop" is a similar

Largely known for his very effective etudes, Mazas also wrote a huge amount of attractive works for various chamber ensembles.  This work written in the early nineteenth century originally  comes

Ignaz Joseph Pleyel was a highly respected musician in his day and somewhat of an entrepreneur eventually running a world famous publishing house in Paris in the early nineteenth century.  This work,

Mozart composed over thirty violin sonatas which were written over a period that basically spanned his life. Of the later sonatas, this is the only one that is entirely in a minor key.  It is

Pleyel was once described by his teacher Haydn as his most illustrious student.  Indeed many of his works demonstrate a witty yet elegant compositional style. This arrangement of the Duet opus 8 no. 2

The lively allegro molto from Schubert's Sonatina Op. 137, no. 1. Originally composed for violin and piano, this familiar piece of solo literature has been arranged for

This piece celebrates the wonder of every living creature, including humankind. The opening melody, beautiful yet simple, portrays the miracle of birth in all its mystery. The energetic theme that follows

Pleyel was a highly esteemed musician in his day and somewhat of an entrepreneur eventually running a world famous publishing house in Paris in the early nineteenth century.  This work, originally

This work is ideal for a festival orchestra with players at many different levels.  Written for four string orchestras and un-tuned percussion, it is based on the mediaeval tune “L’Homme

Literally meaning”Good-bye Budapest, this work is in the typical Hungarian czardas style.  It opens with a soul searching melody accompanied by languid strings.  This eventually erupts in a

This work is a companion piece to the earlier “Bells of Ghengis Khan”.  The insistent rhythms and pounding fifths create an atmosphere of impending conflict.  The middle section

Ghengis Khan was one of the the most feared warriors ever.  In this piece, one can just picture him and his soldiers riding across the plains of Mongolia into China.  The driving rhythms, parallel

Flight, fright or fight? Whatever the feeling, this work will leave you breathless!  The edgy rhythms and changes of meter are certainly evocative of a desperate pursuit.  The lyrical middle

Many familiar old sea shanties can be heard in this most effective work for lower intermediate string orchestra.  All sections of the orchestra have a chance to shine as the melody is shared

It is generally accepted that Nicolo Paganini was the most extraordinary violinist who ever lived.  Indeed there are some works that only a few violinists in the world today can play.  This piece

At last, here is a Concerto Grosso that is both beautiful and easy to play! Solo parts are the same playing level as the tutti parts. Audiences will be transported from the mists of England, the

This moving piece is filled to the brim with poignant and ravishing melodies. The haunting main theme comes back in various guises and returns with great effect towards the end of the piece. Everybody will

Everyone loves the thrill and fun of a circus!  The Carousel is a simple yet effect waltz where the melodic line is shared between the parts. Young players also learn to play off the beat when they are

For centuries, civilizations have built citadels (walled fortresses) to defend their people from invaders.  Some of these, such as Jerusalem, were as big as a city.  This work, which draws its

Vivaldi wrote numerous concerti for a diverse range of instruments.  This was originally written for mandolin and strings. Some of the very ornate figurations have been slightly adapted whilst the

This rhapsodic work by Italian composer Vittorio Monti was dedicated to the glamorous French violinist Juliette Dantin. It captures the melancholic, sweet, dramatic and vibrant elements of Gypsy music, and