Famous for his fiery, forceful, and passionate playing, Spanish violinist Pablo de Sarasate (1844 1908) was equally renowned for the sweetness and purity of his tone and his impeccable technique. His works are steeped in the colorful traditions ofhis native land, drawing upon Spanish airs and dances to display the depth and richness of the violins capabilities. This practice and performance edition with a separate, removable violin part contains three of the composers best and mostchallenging pieces for violin and piano: Zigeunerweisen (Gypsy Airs); Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25, based on the opera by George Bizet; and the exhilarating Introduction and Tarantella. Reproduced from authoritative editions, these works are essential tothe repertoire of all serious violinists.
