Garth Knox is one of the most prominent violists of his generation, and as former long-time member of the Arditti Quartet he has developed and maintained a fondness of contemporary music. In the meantime, he gives concerts and teaches courses all over the world.With 'Viola Spaces' he wants to make contemporary playing techniques accessible to advanced players. The pieces, or 'playing spaces', are true concert studies, each of them dealing with specific techniques such as harmonics, pizzicato (with 9 fingers!) or tremolos which are explained in great detail.Another volume with modern playing techniques for two violas and a volume with variations on a piece by the French viola da gamba master Marin Marais for four violas are planned. / 2 Altos

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 Altos

The study of string instruments should include ensemble playing at the earliest possible stage. There is much to be gained from the playing of duets. Each player learns how to listen to the other, and in a short time develops an awareness of balance, musical phrasing, intonation, and tone quality. This type of training is excellent preparation for participation in large groups. These four volumes of duets for two violins will help fill the need for early ensemble experience in the public schools. They should be used in string classes as a supplement to any of the standard string methods. They will also encourage music making outside of the school, with parents or with other students. These duets are ideal for recitals in the public schools and in public school festivals. They may be played by two performers, or by multiple performers on each part, with or without piano accompaniment.

Par BERIO LUCIANO. This set of arrangements of Luciano Berio’s “Duetti”, originally for two violins, represents a fascinating expansion of the limited repertoire for two violas. Berio originally conceived these duets as a collection of occasional pieces, each dedicated to someone who was close to him, rather like Elgar’s “Enigma” Variations, but they eventually developed into a full compositional project with pedagogical overtones. As such, there is a wide variation in technical demands, from pieces playable by beginners up to a duet that foreshadows the skills required for Berio’s “Sequenza” for the viola. Taken as a whole, over some years of study, the “Duetti” can gently lead players into the mysteries of contemporary music; however, the composer also envisaged them in a concert performance of the complete cycle with at least 24 players of differing abilities taking turns to play. In this guise, it might be an intriguing idea to mix them with the original version for two violins (UE17757), although it must be understood that the two versions are not mutually compatible to be played as violin/viola duets./ Répertoire / 2 Altos

Les séries de recueils Je commence... mais pas tout seul (8 morceaux) puis, pour des niveaux plus élevés, Je continue... mais pas tout seul (12 morceaux), ont pour objectif de proposer aux petits musiciens en herbe un répertoire ludique, progressif et original à plusieurs, venant en renfort des ouvrages didactiques incontournables de l'apprentissage. Une sorte de récréation musicale à savourer entre élèves, en classe ou en audition, avec la complicité bienveillante du professeur.L'auteur, Yves Callier, figure emblématique de la Formation musicale au sein du Conservatoire de Marseille pendant de très nombreuses années tout autant que musicien émérite dans des formations de musique actuelle, a su trouver dans ces compositions ou arrangements les accents vivants et modernes d'une musique séduisante et susceptible de plaire au plus grand nombre. / 2 ou 3 Altos

Duos pour alto Starter contient quelques arrangements d'airs traditionnels, mais surtout de nouvelles compositions, inspirées par la tradition classique - avec quelques éléments occasionnels contemporain. Dès le début, ces duos peut être joué aux côtés de toute méthode de violoncelle. Les parties supérieure et inférieure sont égales en termes de difficulté et de l'expression musicale. / 2 Altos / 44 pages / niveau : Très Facile - Facile / Recueil

Scottish Melodies For Two Violas contains twenty-four pieces from 18th and 19th century Scotland.Included are airs and dance tunes originally for Voice or Fiddle. These duet arrangements are perfect forstudent and teacher as well as Viola colleagues. The music is presented in sets of two or three tunes ready for performance. The traditional music of Scotland has unique and beautiful qualities and is fun to play.

Par PLEYEL IGNAZ. Ignace Pleyel (1757-1831) Six Duets Opus 8 for Two Violas. Transcribed and edited by Carl Paasch. International Music Company publication./ Répertoire / 2 Altos

Par PLEYEL IGNAZ. Ignaz Joseph Pleyel's 6 Easy Duos Op. 8 for Viola duet. / Niveau : Facile / Matz / Répertoire / Ensemble d'Altos

Handel's The Entrace Of The Queen Of Sheeba edited by Malcolm Arnold and arranged for 2 Violas and Piano.

for Viola - Volume 1: Easy to Medium-Progressive Duets Volume 1 - Viola (Easy to Medium ) Is a comprehensive publication of two volumes of graded duets that have been arranged or composed by Larry Clark and Doris Gazda. Playing duets is an excellent way for the student to build ensemble skills.

Par TOWNSEND DOUGLAS. 2 Violas - / Contemporain / Répertoire / Ensemble d'Altos