Sonata (1991-1994)

Sonata (1991-1994). (for Solo Viola). By Gyorgy Ligeti (1923-2006) and Gy. For Viola (Viola). Schott. 24 pages. Schott Music #ED8374. Published by Schott Music.

″Apparently the viola is just a somewhat larger violin, simply tuned a fifth lower. In reality though, there is a world of difference between the two instruments.″ • The composer lends weight to his argument with this impressive ″real″ viola piece: extreme high notes are avoided, indeed, one movement is played exclusively on the C string.