Mozart: Twelve Duets K.487 for Viola Duo by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart String Duet - Digital Sheet Music

SKU: A0.550563

Mozart’s 12 Duets, K. 487, now arranged for viola duo, offers an ideal entry into classical ensemble playing for student musicians seeking quality sheet music. This edition transforms the original horn duets into approachable viola parts, retaining Mozart’s melodic clarity and balance while fitting comfortably within the viola’s range and technique.

Perfect for Students

Clear page layouts and practical cueing make rehearsal straightforward, allowing young players to focus on musical expression rather than technical obstacles.
The set features twelve short movements with friendly tempos and memorable melodies, including Allegro, Menuett, and Polonaise, suitable for developing both confidence and interpretive skills.
Why Choose This Edition?

Each duet is thoughtfully transposed and articulated for student cellists—no surprises or awkward leaps, ensuring a pleasant playing experience.
The duets provide excellent opportunities to practice ensemble skills, such as listening, blending, and matching articulation, making them perfect for lessons, group classes, or casual duets with friends.
This digital edition allows for instant download and easy printing, so students can start playing as soon as they buy—no shipping wait required.
Whether used for recitals, classroom performance, or fun sightreading, Mozart’s Duets, K. 487 for viola duo, help student musicians explore the joyful world of classical chamber music at an intermediate level.

Program Notes:

Mozart's 12 Duets, K. 487 (also known as K. 496a), are a set of musical compositions written in 1786 in Vienna. Originally composed for two horns, these duets have been adapted for various instrument combinations. The duets were composed while Mozart and his friend Ignace Leitgeb, a virtuoso French horn player, waited for their turn to bowl. This casual setting yielded these charming and unpretentious pieces that have become popular among musicians.