Bela Bartok – Rumanian Folk Dances Violin with Piano Accompaniment Book

Bela Bartok – Rumanian Folk Dances Violin with Piano Accompaniment Book

Difficulty: 5-7

The Romanian Folk Dances by Bela Bartok are among his most beloved compositions. Originally scored for piano in 1915, this version was published in 1918. Bartok orchestrated the dances in 1917, and other chamber arrangements, like Zoltan Szekelys violin and piano version, were later authorised by the composer.

These dances are based on folk melodies Bartok collected during his extensive travels across Eastern Europe. By 1918, Bartok had documented thousands of traditional tunes from Hungary, Romania, and Slovakia, preserving music that might have otherwise been lost. The Romanian Folk Dances specifically stem from Bartok’s 1908 research in Transylvania.

This edition for violin and piano captures the spirit and character of Eastern European folk traditions, blending Bartoks authentic folk arrangements with his compositional brilliance. A must-have for any advanced violinist exploring vibrant, culturally rich repertoire.

Pieces Include:

Joc cu bata (Der Tanz mit dem Stabe)
Braul
Pe loc (Der Stampfer)
Buciumeana (Tanz aus Butschum)
Poarga Romaneasca (Rumanische Polka)
Maruntel, 1. Thema, 2. Thema (Schnelltanz)

AMEB:

Piano / Grade 8 / List D Collaborative Piano

• Poarga Romaneasca [Romanian polka] No. 5 and Maruntel [Fast Dance] No. 6 from Romanian folk Dances for violin and piano

Violin / Grade 8 / List D

• Jocul cu bata No 1, Braul No 2, Buciumeana No 4, Poarga Romaneasca No 5 and Maruntel No 6 from Rumanian folk dances