Andante e Rondo ongarese, Op.35 by Carl Maria von Weber String Orchestra - Digital Sheet Music

Andante e Rondo Ongarese, Op. 35

This arrangement of Andante e Rondo Ongarese, Op. 35 by Carl Maria von Weber presents the celebrated virtuoso work in a refined version for solo viola and string orchestra.Originally conceived for viola and orchestra, this transcription preserves the brilliance, lyricism, and Hungarian-inspired character of Weber’s writing while offering a more intimate and transparent orchestral texture. The string orchestra setting enhances the expressive warmth of the solo viola, allowing its cantabile lines in the Andante to unfold with depth and nuance, while providing rhythmic vitality and clarity in the spirited Rondo.Carefully adapted to maintain the dramatic contrasts, technical brilliance, and stylistic elegance of the original score, this version is ideal for concert performance in both symphonic and chamber orchestra contexts. It offers violists a compelling showcase piece that combines lyrical expression with virtuosic flair, supported by a rich yet flexible string accompaniment.Arranged by Riccardo Barba (2025).