Mazas: Twelve Little Duets, Op. 70: Violin Book
By Jacques Mazas
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A second volume including all twelve violin duets from Mazas' Opus 70. Separate parts are included for each violinist.
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Series:
Kalmus Edition
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
96
SKU:
00-PK-0002736
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About the Composer: Jacques Mazas
Jacques Mazas (1782-1849) was a French violinist and composer whose pedagogical works shaped violin instruction across Europe and America for generations. A virtuoso performer and dedicated teacher, he created a systematic progression of etudes and duets designed to build both technical facility and musical understanding, making him one of the most influential violin pedagogy composers of the 19th century.
Why we love this
These duets strike an exceptional balance between musical substance and student accessibility. Mazas writes charming, singable melodies that give both players rewarding material to develop, and the variety across the twelve pieces means you'll find options for different partnership levels and moods without sacrificing integrity.
What to expect
These duets breathe with the lyricism of the Romantic era while maintaining the clarity and balance of Classical form. The writing feels conversational and elegant, with both parts taking turns leading and supporting, creating a sense of musical equality and partnership throughout.
Who it's for
Violinists in the early intermediate to intermediate range will find appropriate challenges here, whether in a school orchestra setting, private studio partnerships, or festival competition contexts. String teachers value this collection for developing listening skills and collaborative musicianship alongside technique.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance tone production between the two parts so neither player dominates; the violin book contains equal musical responsibility throughout, so both performers must listen actively to blend.
- Establish a steady pulse before each duet and maintain it without relying on a conductor; this builds independence and trains your ear for intonation across the interval.
- Shape phrases together by discussing where the musical direction peaks and where it subsides, treating the duet as a conversation rather than two separate lines.
- Pay attention to dynamics markings as structural anchors; Mazas uses them deliberately to clarify form and create narrative sweep across the longer pieces.
How to use it
Use individual duets as opening pieces for chamber music concerts or as intermission numbers that showcase partnerships and ensemble refinement. They also fit naturally into festival competitions and student recitals where collaborative performance is valued.
Skills your students will build
- Balanced tone production and ensemble blend across both violin parts
- Intonation precision when playing intervals and harmony with a partner
- Phrase shaping and musical communication without a conductor
- Reading and executing dynamic and articulation markings as interpretive tools
- Independence and listening skills in two-part texture