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

The new volume of the series Die fröhliche Violine contains both well- and lesser-known works for violin. All pieces are presented with a second, accompanying, violin part in this beautifully illustrated book that is sure to brighten up lessons. / 2 Violons

Jouer des duos est un excellent moyen d'apprendre à jouer dans un cadre de musique de chambre, et cette collection unique donne aux étudiants l'occasion de le faire avec quelqu'un d'autre qui joue un instrument à cordes, ce qui rend les combinaisons d'instruments qui peuvent être utilisés presque illimitées.Emballé avec 31 duos dans une variété de styles, compatibles Duets for Strings est parfait pour une utilisation en milieu scolaire avec des élèves qui sont particulièrement désireux de jouer de la musique avec leurs amis. Leur flexibilité rend ces duos un must-have pour tout joueur de chaîne. / 2 Violons

A flexible compendium of folk tunes from the North of England, arranged for two violins or violin and viola, plus optional cello. Includes On Ilkley Moor Bahtat, Scarborough Fair, Dance Ti Thy Daddy, Blaydon Races and many more. / 2 Violons

This collection features a wide selection of original works from the Renaissance, Baroque and Modern eras arranged for two violins. Focusing on easy repertoire Duets for Fun will provide hours of enjoyment for aspiring musicians wishing to discover new material as well as develop their playing.This collection is ideal for use as teaching material, or for playing at home or in a concert with a friend. / 2 Violons

Une magnifique collection de duos qui sont adaptés à l'enseignement individuel ou de groupe. Dans ce dernier cas, plusieurs élèves peuvent jouer la mélodie - ce qui se trouve toujours dans la première partie. Ce livre comprend une variété de pièces, y compris folkloriques célèbres et des chansons pour enfants en provenance d'Europe et aux USA avec des thèmes populaires et mélodies. / 2 Violons / 36 pages / niveau : Facile / Partition

Dans ces duos la mélodie célèbre apparaît toujours comme la ligne supérieure. Ce joueur doit tenir le rythme très régulièrement, afin que le violoniste avec la ligne inférieure (wich est la partie plus difficile) peut jouer la musique en toute confiance. / 2 Violons