Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.591692

Composed by David McKeown. Children,Concert,Contemporary,Instructional,Standards. Score and parts. 2 pages. David McKeown #6304755. Published by David McKeown (A0.591692).

Riding My Bike is a beautiful new and original composition by David McKeown arranged for one Violin and one Viola.

Riding My Bike is one of a set of 10 Summer-themed duets. All 10 can be found together in 10 Easy Summer Duets for Violin and Viola. Just copy and paste the title in the search box above to find it.

Riding My Bike can be played at any time of year, in the Summer to celebrate the season, or in the Winter, to remind yourself of warmer days! The duet is mixed ability, with the top part set for players at an easy to early intermediate standard, and the bottom part to be played by a teacher or intermediate player. Playing time is around one minute; click on the link above to hear a full performance of the clarinet version on YouTube.

Riding My Bike is

• Perfect for concert performances large and small;
• Fully articulated to help develop that sense of style;  
• Great for helping with simple rhythms and keeping the pulse;
• Road tested with students;
• Fun to play;
• The titles provoke mental pictures that connect with the player’s musical imagination;

There are thousands more duets available for all standards and styles, in many different instrumental combinations at https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/david-mckeown/6203

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1169352

By Jax. By Jacqueline Miskanic and Wayne Wilkins. Arranged by ANDRE LAITANO. Pop. Score and parts. 11 pages. ANDRÉ DOS SANTOS #769706. Published by ANDRÉ DOS SANTOS (A0.1169352).

Jax - Like my Father (Violin and Viola Duo with chords).

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.815079

Composed by Meredith Willson. Arranged by Julie Doubleday. Contemporary. Score and parts. 2 pages. Julie Doubleday #6110719. Published by Julie Doubleday (A0.815079).

It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas for violin and viola duet.

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1164316

By Steven Universe. By Aivi Tran and Steven Velema. Arranged by ANDRE LAITANO. Pop. Score and parts. 9 pages. ANDRÉ DOS SANTOS #764664. Published by ANDRÉ DOS SANTOS (A0.1164316).

Steven Universe - Love like You (Violin and Viola Duo with chords).

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1169353

By Jax. By Jacqueline Miskanic and Wayne Wilkins. Arranged by ANDRE LAITANO. Pop. Score and parts. 11 pages. ANDRÉ DOS SANTOS #769707. Published by ANDRÉ DOS SANTOS (A0.1169353).

Jax - Like my Father (Violin and Viola Duo).

Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1430504

By Artemas. By Artemas Diamandis, Jesse Fink, Jesse Finkelstein, Kevin White, and Toby Daintree. Arranged by Henrique Oliveira. 21st Century,Pop,Wedding. 13 pages. Henrique Oliveira #1011111. Published by Henrique Oliveira (A0.1430504).

Arrangement for violin and viola of I Like the Way You Kiss Me by Artemas. You'll receive immediate access to a PDF file containing the individual parts and the full score. For more unique arrangements like this, be sure to visit my page!

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.923599

Composed by Lisa Frederick. Concert,Contemporary. Score and parts. 5 pages. Lisa Frederick #4630129. Published by Lisa Frederick (A0.923599).

Battle of the Bows is a fun and flashy duet for violin and viola that is ideal for intermediate string players of all ages. This showstopper duet, written by Canadian composer Lisa Frederick, will be a hit with students, teachers, and audiences alike!

Like what you see? Check out my website: LisaFrederickMusic.com.

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.591044

Composed by David McKeown. 20th Century,Contemporary,Instructional,Standards. Score and parts. 12 pages. David McKeown #6269837. Published by David McKeown (A0.591044).

10 Easy Summer Duets are beautiful new and original compositions by David McKeown arranged for one Violin and one Viola.

They can be played at any time of year, in the Summer to celebrate the season, or in the Winter, to remind yourself of warmer days! The duets are mixed ability, with the top part set for players at an easy to early intermediate standard, and the bottom part to be played by a teacher or intermediate player. Click on the link above to hear samples of these duets performed on YouTube, performed on Clarinet.

10 Easy Summer Duets are

• Perfect for concert performances large and small;
• Fully articulated to help develop that sense of style;  
• Great for helping with simple rhythms and keeping the pulse;
• Road tested with students;
• Fun to play;
• The titles provoke mental pictures that connect with the student’s musical imagination;

The ten titles are, Up with the Birds, The View from the Top, Summer Shower, Cotton-Wool Clouds, Pooh Sticks, Riding My Bike, Wave-Walking, Sandcastles, Dozing in the Deck-Chair and Sunset 9pm.

There are thousands more duets available for all standards and styles, in many different instrumental combinations athttps://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/david-mckeown/6203

Search also for 10 Autumn Duets, 10 Easy Winter Duets and 10 Easy Spring Duets, all arranged for the same instruments.

 

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.592154

Composed by David McKeown. 20th Century,Concert,Contemporary,Halloween,Standards. Score and parts. 4 pages. David McKeown #6354259. Published by David McKeown (A0.592154).

Frankie the Frank Frankenstein is a fun and original duet written by David McKeown for one Violin and one Viola.

Frankie the Frank Frankenstein is one in a series of ten Halloween-themed duets each presenting a portrait of a different Halloween character. All ten can be bought together in one collection by searching for 10 Spooky Halloween Duets for Violin and Viola.

Frankie is a straightforward kinda monster. He tells it as he sees it; he likes to speak his mind. Unfortunately, he is constructed from so many and various spare parts that he isn’t always entirely sure which eyes he saw it through, which mind to believe, or indeed from which mouth to say it.

Frankie the Frank Frankenstein is suitable for players at an advanced intermediate level and above, with the accessible key and range balanced by the changing styles and tempo and some syncopated rhythms. With a playing-time of around three and a half minutes, Frankie the Frank Frankenstein is a perfect upbeat addition to any performance program, formal or informal. Click the link above to listen to a full performance of the clarinet version of this duet on YouTube.

To keep up with new titles, search for Dave McKeown Sheet Music Downloads on Facebook.

There are many more top quality arrangements and compositions by David McKeown for you to browse at http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/david-mckeown/6203

Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1322116

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by André Nusa. Children,Folk,Traditional. 3 pages. Andre_Nusa #910473. Published by Andre_Nusa (A0.1322116).

Upgrade your music collection with this violin and viola arrangement of 'Humpty Dumpty.' Tailored for intermediate players, this rendition strikes a balance between accessibility and artistic expression. The sheet music combines melody with a touch of challenge, making it perfect for musicians seeking a nuanced and rewarding experience. Elevate your ensemble's performance with this well-crafted rendition, bringing a classic to life with sophistication and musical finesse.

Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1367964

Composed by African-American Spiritual. Arranged by André Nusa. Easter,Religious,Sacred,Spiritual. 3 pages. Andre_Nusa #952341. Published by Andre_Nusa (A0.1367964).

Experience the poignant melody of Were You There When They Crucified My Lord? uniquely arranged for violin and viola, tailored for beginner players. This accessible arrangement allows aspiring musicians to delve into the emotional depth of this classic piece with ease. The sheet music strikes the perfect balance, offering simplicity for beginners while preserving the beauty of the original composition. Elevate your musical journey and capture the essence of this timeless piece, a harmonious blend of simplicity and soul-stirring melodies.

Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1217944

By Jack Black. By Aaron Horvath, Eric Osmond, Jack Black, John Spiker, and Michael Jelenic. Arranged by ANDRE LAITANO. Pop. 8 pages. ANDRÉ DOS SANTOS #814466. Published by ANDRÉ DOS SANTOS (A0.1217944).

The Super Mario Bros Movie - Peaches (Violin and Viola Duo).pdf.

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.589179

Composed by David McKeown. Concert,Jazz,Latin,World. Score and parts. 7 pages. David McKeown #5776685. Published by David McKeown (A0.589179).

Salsa de Shibby is an exciting original composition by David McKeown, arranged as a duet for one Violin and one Viola.

This duet is based on the style of Salsa. The name Salsa was first used in 1960s New York to describe the popular and commercial dance music made by Latin emigrés in the city. Most of the musical and structural ideas came straight from Cuban Son Montuno, but the lack of one single traditional root has allowed musicians from different Latin American countries to bring their own flavours to the music. Given the tensions between the US and Cuba, there have been accusations of cultural appropriation and Cubans dislike the word Salsa, but there is no denying the music’s worldwide appeal.

If you play to an intermediate standard and upwards, then you and your audience will enjoy this piece. Rhythms should be lightly articulated, the melody should always flow, and following the articulation in the score will help convey the style. Salsa de Shibby has a performance time of just over two and a half minutes. You can listen to a full performance the Clarinet version of this duet by following the YouTube link above.

There are many more top quality arrangements and compositions by David McKeown for you to browse at http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/david-mckeown/6203

Instrumental Duet,Viola,Violin - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1402228

Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Kamada, Mikio. Baroque. 19 pages. ACORDO Sheet Music #985435. Published by ACORDO Sheet Music (A0.1402228).

Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565 by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) is a famous piece for the organ. Surprisingly, it wasn't very popular when Bach was alive. It was first published in 1833 by Felix Mendelssohn in a collection called noch wenig bekannte Orgelcompositinen. Mendelssohn performed it in 1840, which made it more well-known. This piece is different from Bach's later works in style and composition; for example, the fugue is relatively simple. Music expert Peter Williams suggested in his 2003 book The Organ Music of J. S. Bach that it might have originally been written for solo violin. Following his idea, some people tried to adapt it for solo violin, with some versions in A minor based on his suggestion.

While it's unsure if Williams' idea is correct, it implies that this piece might work well for string instruments. We decided to arrange it for a Violin and Viola Duet, trying to stay close to the original organ version. However, because of technical reasons, we had to remove some parts. Our first arrangement was liked at a small concert in 2022. During this, we realized that the music could be good for string ensembles. We also found that removing some notes made the remaining ones stand out, sometimes making a special beauty. This suggests that the music might have been meant for string instruments originally.

We first planned to publish this arrangement in 2020, but we changed our minds. We wanted as many people as possible to enjoy this wonderful piece, so we decided to publish two versions. Version 1 is similar to the organ score, sounding familiar but being technically hard. In contrast, Version 2 skips some notes, making it easier technically. Players will still experience the unique beauty of string ensembles with intentional note removal. The choice between the two depends on what players prefer and their skill level.

To help players understand better, we've used colored notes. Different colors show different voices, helping players know each instrument's role. In Version 2, green notes show parts where both instruments play the same thing. While these notes are optional, playing them will help synchronize the two parts.

Turning pages can be hard because there aren't many rests. We suggest using a tablet or arranging music stands side by side with all six pages in a row. If that's not possible, we suggest connecting pages 1-3 and 4-6 horizontally with cardboard. Put pages 1-3 in front and 4-6 in the back. For specific instructions during the piece:

- The Violin plays the Viola part in bar 74, shown by solid parentheses. Turn the page after playing the third beat of bar 75 and don't play the Violin part in bar 76 (marked with dashed brackets), as the Viola will play it.

- The Viola turns the page right after playing bar 73. Instead of playing the part in dashed parentheses in bar 74 (which the Violin will play), play the Violin part of bar 75 (marked with actual parentheses).