Concerto for Viola and Orchestra
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Author Description
This edition of Walton's celebrated Viola Concerto (1962 version) has been off-printed from the William Walton Edition full score, and combines the scholarship of the Edition with the practical benefits of the smaller format. An introduction is provided by the volume editor, Christopher Wellington.Orchestral material is available on hire/rental.
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THE THESIS
This volume presents the definitive 1962 revision of William Walton's Viola Concerto, aiming to provide a scholarly yet practical score for performers and conductors. The text serves as a critical resource by combining the rigorous editorial standards of the William Walton Edition with a portable format suitable for rehearsal and study.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- The complete 1962 orchestral score for the Viola Concerto
- Editorial commentary and historical context provided by Christopher Wellington
- Standardized notation consistent with the William Walton Edition
Scope Limits
- This volume does not include individual instrumental parts, which must be obtained separately via rental
- The text does not provide a comprehensive biography of the composer or a deep musicological analysis of the entire Walton catalog
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Musicologists and performers frequently cite this edition as the standard reference for the 1962 version of the concerto. Experts highlight the clarity of the engraving and the reliability of the editorial notes as key features for professional study.
Page Count:
160
Publication Date:
2022-08-17
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0193398141
ISBN-13:
9780193398146
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