Progressive Quartets For Strings - Viola Book

Progressive Quartets For Strings - Viola Book

36 Quartets in a wide Variety of Styles, which can be played by any Quartet combination of Violin, Viola, Cello or Double Bass

Explore the rich diversity of chamber music with the "Progressive Quartets For Strings - Viola Book," skillfuly arranged by the renowned string pedagogue Doris Gazda. This unique collection spans 48 pages and includes 36 quartets in a variety of musical styles, suitable for any combination of four string instruments—violin, viola, cello, or double bass. Whether performed by a quartet or expanded into a full string orchestra, these pieces are designed to produce full and satisfying sounds.

The quartets are thoughtfully organised to progress in difficulty, accommodating advancing skill levels and providing a comprehensive learning tool for both young musicians and experienced players.

From classical motifs to contemporary harmonies, this book offers hours of enjoyment and an excellent opportunity to explore different genres and techniques in string performance. It's a valuable resource for educators, students, and professional musicians seeking versatile and engaging repertoire.

Pieces Include:

• There's Music in the Air
• America
• The Fox
• Early One Morning
• Cindy
• Oh! Susanna
• The Wabash Cannonball
• Home on the Range
• Pat-A-Pan
• Fum! Fum! Fum!
• Flow Gently, Sweet Afton
• Go Down Moses
• Santa Lucia
• The Boll Weevil
• The Orchestra
• Sailor's Song
• Two French Carols (1) Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella (2) March of the Kings
• Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair
• Musette
• Evening Prayer from the Opera Hansel and Gretel
• Lullaby
• Minuet from the Opera Don Giovanni
• The Reaper's Song
• Viennese Refrain
• German Dance
• Barcarolle from the Opera The Tales of Hoffmann
• Polka
• Gavotte
• Chanson Triste
• Intermezzo from A Midsummer Night's Dream
• Gavotte from the Ballet Les petits riens