Introduction et Rondo capriccioso op. 28
Sheet Music

Violin and orchestra (flute I, flute II, oboe I, oboe II, clarinet I, clarinet II, bassoon I, bassoon II, horn I, horn II, trumpet I, trumpet II, timpani, 4 violin I, 4 violin II, 2 viola, 2 cello, 2 contrabass) - Grade 3

SKU: SD.49018925

Composed by Camille Saint-Saens. Edited by Wolfgang Birtel / Maria Egelhof. This edition: CON 259-50; Saddle-stitch. Orchestra Music. Concertino. Set of parts. 108 pages. Schott Music #CON 259-50. Published by Schott Music (SD.49018925).

ISBN 9790001157889.

Nobody knows the music of the whole world better than Monsieur Saint-Saens', Claude Debussy praised his fellow composer, and there are only few who left such a comprehensive oeuvre covering all genres like he did. The French musician contributed significantly to the violin repertoire, partly thanks to his friendship with the Spanish virtuoso Pablo de Sarasate, who gave Saint-Saens many a piece of advice on what is technically possible on the instrument. It was he to whom he dedicated his Violin Concerto No. 3 and Introduction et Rondo capriccioso, Opus 28. The composer's acquaintance with the violinist certainly was also the reason for his penchant for Spanish atmosphere and colour. The folklore of the neighbouring country is apparent in the Rondo, an effective bravura piece. The score and orchestral material of this highlight of the Romantic violin repertoire is now available in a new edition, in addition to Maria Egelhof's edition for violin and piano (VLB 119).