8 Études-Caprices, Op. 18 No. 3-4 (Wieniawski)
Movements
No. 3 in D Major, No. 4 in A Minor
Notes
Henryk Wieniawski’s Études-Caprices, Op. 18, stands as a unique and indispensable pillar of the advanced violin repertoire. Composed in 1862 during his tenure at the St. Petersburg Conservatory, this collection of eight pieces transcends the typical solo technical study. Wieniawski’s genius was to conceive them for two violins, creating a dynamic where the first violin part is a brilliant and demanding solo étude, while the second violin part, intended for the teacher, provides a complete and engaging harmonic accompaniment. This ingenious format transforms what could be a dry exercise into a vibrant musical dialogue.
