Bass Duets Book 1: 10 Duets for 2 Double Basses (edited by David Heyes)

About the Book Bass Duets Book 1 features ten inventive and accessible concert duets for the intermediate-advanced duo - five original works and five transcriptions. A wealth of styles and idioms include music from the 17th century to the present day, encompassing both player and audience-friendly music, exploring the entire range of the double bass. Ideal for concert repertoire, sight-reading practice, or just to play with a friend. The edition includes a score and two solo parts. Table of Contents 1. Giovanni Bottesini (1821-1889) - Andantino (Gran Duetto No.3) 2. Ludvig van Beethoven (1770-1827) - Minuet & Trio 3. David Heyes (b.1960) - The Night Watch 4. James Hook (1746-1827) - Duetto No.2 Op.58 5. Vojta Kuchynka (1871-1942) - Czech National Songs 6. G.P. Telemann (1681-1767) - Intrada (Gulliver’s Travels) 7. Jacques Offenbach (1819-1880) - Duo No.4 in G major Op.49, No.4 8. František Černý (1861-1940) - Concert-Etude in C major 9. Willem de Fesch (1687-1761) - Sonata No.1 O