Kathy & David Blackwell present "Solo Time for Violin Book 1," a captivating collection of classical and traditional pieces, released on February 12, 2015, under Oxford University Press Music. This 46-minute album is a delightful journey through a variety of musical styles and periods, showcasing the versatility and skill of the violin.
The album features a mix of well-known compositions and lesser-known gems, including works by Bach, Mozart, and Tchaikovsky, as well as traditional tunes like "Joshua fit the battle of Jericho" and "Yellow Bird." The tracks are presented as backing tracks, providing violinists with the opportunity to play along and practice their skills.
Kathy & David Blackwell have carefully curated this collection to offer a comprehensive and engaging practice and performance experience. The album opens with a gentle "Gavotte" from Bach's Cello Suite No. 6, setting a serene tone that gradually builds into more lively and energetic pieces like "No Man's Jig" and "Groovin' like Grappelli."
The album also includes tuning notes for the violin, making it a practical tool for musicians. With its diverse selection of pieces and high-quality backing tracks, "Solo Time for Violin Book 1" is an essential addition to any violinist's repertoire. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, this album offers something for everyone.
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Tracks
Gavotte: from 'Cello Suite No. 6, BWV 1012' [Backing Track] - ViolinJohann Sebastian Bach, Kathy & David Blackwell
Watkins Ale: from 'The Fitzwilliam Virginal Book' [Backing Track] - ViolinAnonymous, Kathy & David Blackwell
Daydream: from 'Album for the Young, Op. 39' [Backing Track] - ViolinPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Kathy & David Blackwell
Cantabile: from 'Requiem' [Backing Track] - ViolinGabriel Fauré, Kathy & David Blackwell
No Man's Jig [Backing Track] - ViolinTraditional, Kathy & David Blackwell
Presto: from 'Six Sonatinas for violin and keyboard' [Backing Track] - ViolinGeorg Philipp Telemann, Kathy & David Blackwell
La diva de l'Empire [Backing Track] - ViolinErik Satie, Kathy & David Blackwell
Minuets 1 and 2: from 'Piano Sonata, Hob XVI/43' [Backing Track] - ViolinJoseph Haydn, Kathy & David Blackwell
Sunayama [Backing Track] - ViolinShinpei Nakayama, Kathy & David Blackwell
Passepieds 1 and 2: from 'English Suite No. 5, BWV 810' [Backing Track] - ViolinJohann Sebastian Bach, Kathy & David Blackwell
Joshua fit the battle of Jericho [Backing Track] - ViolinTraditional, Kathy & David Blackwell
Rondeau: from 'Piano Sonata, K309' [Backing Track] - ViolinWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kathy & David Blackwell