Viola part from a curated set of 10 beginner-to-intermediate pieces from ‘For Children’ Sz.42 – Book I, inspired by Hungarian folk melodies, composed by Béla Bartók. Francesco Leone has adapted these pieces for a
String Quartet (comprising two violins, a viola, and a cello). The full score, along with the separate parts, are available in this series.
Notably, this compilation offers in-depth informational sheets for each piece, available in various languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, and Chinese.
Béla Bartók’s ‘For Children’ Sz.42 – Book I presents piano compositions that resonate deeply with Hungarian folk tunes. The essence of this work illuminates Bartók’s earnest passion for ethnomusicology and his dedication to the celebration and conservation of Eastern Europe’s musical heritage. Through these distinctive compositions, Bartók hoped to introduce budding pianists to the captivating world of Hungarian folk melodies, tailored for their technical capabilities, yet preserving their inherent charm.
