SKU: A0.1251011

We present the sheet music for the Carnival of Venice, specially adapted for Violin and Piano, with the aim of meeting the needs of beginner musicians. This carefully crafted arrangement preserves the beauty and essence of the original work, providing a captivating musical experience. Whether you are a teacher in search of didactic materials for your classes or a parent looking to encourage your child's music study, this sheet music is the perfect choice. With its accessible and pedagogical approach, it is designed to facilitate learning and understanding, ensuring satisfactory progress from the first chords. The Carnival of Venice is a globally recognized composition, and this adapted version is an unmissable opportunity to explore the enchantment of this piece, diving into the rich musical tradition of Venice. Take advantage of this chance to acquire this exceptional sheet music and embark on an engaging and inspiring musical journey.

SKU: A0.1251051

We present the sheet music for the Carnival of Venice, specially adapted for Viola and Piano, with the aim of meeting the needs of beginner musicians. This carefully crafted arrangement preserves the beauty and essence of the original work, providing a captivating musical experience. Whether you are a teacher in search of didactic materials for your classes or a parent looking to encourage your child's music study, this sheet music is the perfect choice. With its accessible and pedagogical approach, it is designed to facilitate learning and understanding, ensuring satisfactory progress from the first chords. The Carnival of Venice is a globally recognized composition, and this adapted version is an unmissable opportunity to explore the enchantment of this piece, diving into the rich musical tradition of Venice. Take advantage of this chance to acquire this exceptional sheet music and embark on an engaging and inspiring musical journey.

SKU: A0.1402671

Danse des petits cygnes is a famous dance from Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake, from the ballet’s second act, the fourth movement of No. 13. Translated from French, it means Dance of the Little Swans, also known as Dance of the cygnets. It is very challenging because all dancers must look the same.

This arrangement for violin with piano accompaniment faithfully reflects the original and is suitable for repertoire, classroom and recital.

SKU: A0.1101720

Liebesträume (German for Dreams of Love) is a set of three solo piano works by Franz Liszt, published in 1850. Liebestraum No. 3 (also called Nocturne) is the last of the three that Liszt wrote and the most popular. This easy/intermediate arrangement for violin with piano is suitable for classroom, repertoire, recital, wedding or simply for a beautiful encore.

SKU: S9.Q42528

Best of Violin Classics contains popular performance pieces from four centuries for violin and piano. The easy to intermediate original works are ideal repertoire for music lessons and private music-making. With works by Corelli, Vivaldi, Handel, Mozart, Beethoven, Svendsen, Fauré, Reger, and many more.

SKU: A0.549676

Duration: ca. 1:42, 52 measures, Score: 7 pages, solo part: 2 pages, piano part: 4 pages. A popular Christmas favorite from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite.

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Tchaikovsky is probably the most popular of the great composers in America. His music certainly appeals to musicians. Likewise, it appeals even to folks who don’t normally listen to serious music. This is probably because of his most noteworthy melodies. Above all, he writes with great emotion. This certainly makes a most noteworthy if not an unforgettable impact.

Education

First of all, He attended classes at the Russian Musical Society. Even more, He also attended the St. Petersburg Conservatory. There he studied music theory with Nikolai Zaremba. He also consequently studied composition with Anton Rubenstein. It seems like Rubenstein came under criticism from a group of Russian composers known as the Five.

The Five

The Five certainly rejected Western musical influences. They rather sought to use elements from Russian music. They furthermore wanted to use more exotic musical materials.

Western Techniques

More than other Russian composers, Tchaikovsky studied modern Western music. He certainly develops his music like the European masters. So, rather than repeating a motive, he moves to a new key. He then introduces a different theme in the new key. Hence, he maintained his independence from the Five. Even more, he became the first Russian composer of international stature.

Influences

Tchaikovsky was probably influenced in his ballet scoring by Léo Delibes. Richard Wagner influenced his symphonic writing. Tchaikovsky’s most famous works include the 1812 Overture, The Nutcracker Suite, and Swan Lake. Also famous are the Violin Concerto in D and the six symphonies. The greatest of the six symphonies may be No. 6, the Pathétique.

Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a

The Nutcracker Suite is a ballet that was performed for the first time in December 1892 in St. Petersburg. To begin with, the original ballet failed to attract a positive reception. However, the ballet suite became probably one of the most popular of all of Tchaikovsky’s works. The ballet suite became even more famous in the 1960s. It is now performed all over the world, particularly during the Christmas season.