Scherzo from A Midsummer Night's Dream – for Violin and Piano
The Scherzo from Mendelssohn’s incidental music to Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Op. 61) is one of the most well-known movements from the work, originally composed in 1842. This music accompanies the magical and dreamlike scenes of the play and is characterized by light, airy phrasing and a fairy-like elegance, which is a hallmark of Mendelssohn’s compositional style.
This arrangement for violin and piano preserves the piece’s sparkling energy and complex rhythmic structures while making it accessible for chamber music performance. The violin part challenges the performer with rapid runs, playful staccato passages, and refined dynamic contrasts, while the piano accompaniment provides lively arpeggios and harmonic colors that enhance the whimsical atmosphere.
The work requires technical skill and agility in execution, making it ideal for concerts, recitals, and competitions. It allows violinists to develop precision, articulation, and a sense of lightness in their playing while conveying the enchanting mood that Mendelssohn so masterfully captured.
| Arrangement | Piano Accompaniment, Violin |
| Genres | Classical |
| Publisher | Lauren Keiser Music Publishing |
| Contributors | Mendelssohn, Felix(Composer) Granat, Endre(Arranger) |
| Language | English |
| ISBN | 9798892703895 |
| UPC | 196288210955 |