Accolaÿ: Three Concertinos: Violin Book
By J. B. Accolay
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Expertly arranged for Violin with Piano Accompaniment by J.B. Accolay from the Kalmus Edition series. This is from the Romantic era.
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Series:
Kalmus Edition
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
56
SKU:
00-PK-0002826
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About the Composer: J.B. Accolaÿ
J.B. Accolaÿ (1833-1900) was a Belgian violinist and composer whose concertinos became standard repertoire in nineteenth-century violin pedagogy. Known for writing idiomatically for the instrument, he crafted works that balance technical display with genuine musicality, making them equally valuable for ambitious students and accomplished amateurs.
His three concertinos represent the Romantic violin tradition at its most accessible. Rather than aiming for virtuosic extremes, Accolaÿ focused on writing melodies that sing naturally on the violin while developing solid technique in vibrato, position work, and ensemble playing.
Why we love this
These concertinos remain among the most rewarding intermediate-level works because they sound far more sophisticated than they actually are. A violinist can play through one and feel genuinely accomplished, which matters enormously for retention and confidence. The three-piece set also gives you programming flexibility: one concertino works beautifully in a student recital, while different ones suit various concert contexts across a season.
What to expect
These are Romantic miniatures that breathe warmth and lyricism. The melodies unfold with the kind of long-lined elegance that makes Romantic music so satisfying to play, while the technical passages feel purposeful rather than showy. There is genuine charm in these pieces, without sentimentality.
Who it's for
Violinists in the intermediate to early-advanced range will find these concertinos solidly situated in their technical level. They work equally well for private lesson progress milestones and studio recitals, as well as for students building confidence with a full-length solo form.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the melodic lines through the bow, not just the fingers. Accolaÿ's themes need sustained phrasing to sing over the piano accompaniment, so plan your bow distribution before the first rehearsal.
- Balance your vibrato with the romantic style. Use it deliberately on held notes and phrase endings rather than continuously; this lets the pure tone shine and prevents the sound from becoming muddy against the accompaniment.
- Listen actively to the piano part during rehearsals. The accompaniment provides harmonic and structural anchors that help define phrasing and tempo relationships, especially in passages where the violin moves quickly.
How to use it
Each concertino stands alone well in a student recital or young artists' concert, offering a substantial solo without overwhelming shorter program slots. Alternatively, program two concertinos from this set in the same concert to showcase the range of Accolaÿ's writing while maintaining musical coherence throughout the program.
Skills your students will build
- Vibrato control and tone production across different dynamics
- Reading and executing confident passage work in upper positions
- Sustaining musical phrasing over longer forms
- Ensemble listening and coordination with a full piano accompaniment
- Romantic-era style and interpretation