Easy and Intermediate Solos for the Advancing Viola Player

As a viola player, it's important to challenge yourself with new and exciting repertoire. Solos are a great way to improve your technical skills, musicality, and confidence. If you're looking for some easy and intermediate solos to get you started, here are a few of our favorites:

Fifty Famous Classical Themes for Viola: Easy and Intermediate Solos for the Advancing Viola Player

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Easy Solos

1. Gavotte en rondeaux by Jean-Baptiste Lully
   This charming piece is a great to solo playing. It's in a moderate tempo and has a simple, flowing melody. The technical demands are minimal, making it a good choice for beginners.
   

2. Sonata in C major, Op. 25, No. 1 by Georg Philipp Telemann
   This sonata is a little more challenging than the Gavotte en rondeaux, but it's still a good choice for intermediate players. The first movement is in a lively Allegro tempo, while the second movement is a slower, more expressive Andante. The third movement is a fast and furious Presto.
   

3. Andante Cantabile by Franz Schubert
   This beautiful piece is a great way to show off your lyrical playing. It's in a slow tempo and has a flowing, expressive melody. The technical demands are moderate, making it a good choice for intermediate players.
   

Intermediate Solos

4. Concerto in D major, Op. 12 by Carl Stamitz
   This concerto is a great choice for advanced intermediate players. It's in three movements: a fast and brilliant Allegro, a slow and expressive Andante, and a fast and lively Rondo. The technical demands are significant, but the rewards are great.
   

5. Sonata in E minor, Op. 14, No. 1 by Felix Mendelssohn
   This sonata is a great choice for intermediate players who want to challenge themselves. The first movement is in a fast and furious Allegro tempo, while the second movement is a slower and more expressive Andante. The third movement is a fast and lively Presto.
   

6. Sonata in F minor, Op. 120, No. 1 by Johannes Brahms
   This sonata is a great choice for advanced intermediate players who are looking for a challenge. The first movement is in a fast and dramatic Allegro tempo, while the second movement is a slower and more expressive Andante. The third movement is a fast and lively Presto.
   

Performance Tips

• Choose a piece that you're excited about playing. This will make it more likely that you'll practice regularly and put in the effort to learn it well.
• Set realistic goals for yourself. Don't try to learn a piece that's too difficult for you. Start with something that you can play comfortably and gradually work your way up to more challenging pieces.
• Practice regularly. The more you practice, the better you'll play. Set aside a specific time each day to practice your viola, and stick to it as much as possible.
• Get feedback from a teacher or other experienced violist. This can help you identify areas where you can improve your playing.
• Perform your solo for an audience. This is a great way to get experience and build your confidence.

Suggested Recordings

• Gavotte en rondeaux by Jean-Baptiste Lully - Performed by Pinchas Zukerman
• Sonata in C major, Op. 25, No. 1 by Georg Philipp Telemann - Performed by Yuri Bashmet
• Andante Cantabile by Franz Schubert - Performed by Tabea Zimmermann
• Concerto in D major, Op. 12 by Carl Stamitz - Performed by Kim Kashkashian
• Sonata in E minor, Op. 14, No. 1 by Felix Mendelssohn - Performed by Nobuko Imai
• Sonata in F minor, Op. 120, No. 1 by Johannes Brahms - Performed by Pinchas Zukerman

We hope this guide has helped you find some easy and intermediate solos to get you started on your musical journey. With practice and dedication, you'll be playing these solos like a pro in no time!

Fifty Famous Classical Themes for Viola: Easy and Intermediate Solos for the Advancing Viola Player

by Daphne Johnston

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1011 KB
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Print length	:	64 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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