Elgar Salut d'amour Op. 12 Violin and String Orchestra

Elgar: Salut d'Amour Op. 12 for Violin and String Orchestra

Immerse yourself in the tender beauty of Sir Edward Elgar's universally beloved Salut d'Amour (Love's Greeting), Op. 12, now exquisitely arranged for solo violin and string orchestra. This charming and instantly recognisable melody, a quintessential jewel of English Romanticism, is transformed into a rich orchestral experience, perfectly capturing its gentle passion and lyrical grace within the warm sonorities of a string ensemble.

Sir Edward Elgar (1857-1934), one of Britain's most cherished composers, originally conceived his "Salut d'Amour" for violin and piano, later orchestrating it himself. Its flowing melody and evocative atmosphere quickly made it a timeless favourite worldwide. This arrangement by Paul Wood meticulously adapts the work for a dedicated string orchestra, enriching the harmonic textures and providing a warm, sympathetic backdrop that enhances the solo violin's singing brilliance. It offers a practical and accessible option for soloists and ensembles who may not have access to a full symphony orchestra, allowing this delightful work to be performed more widely without sacrificing its intrinsic charm.

Key Features:

• Instrumentation: Violin Solo & String Orchestra (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Contrabass)
• Original Instrumentation: Violin & Piano (later orchestrated by Elgar for full orchestra)
• Difficulty: Intermediate-Advanced Violin Solo, Intermediate-Advanced String Orchestra
• Arranger: Paul Wood
• Fidelity: This arrangement remains true to Elgar's original melodic and harmonic intent, carefully adapted to showcase the violin with a sympathetic string orchestra accompaniment.
• Contents: PDF File of full Score and all individual instrumental parts provided.

Elgar's Salut d'Amour Op. 12 is renowned for its captivating melody, its heartfelt expressiveness, and its enduring appeal. This arrangement brings those qualities to the forefront, offering a truly rewarding experience for the intermediate-advanced violin soloist and providing a charming, engaging piece for intermediate-advanced string orchestras.

Elevate your repertoire with this exciting and beautifully orchestrated version of an English classic.

Perfect for: Concert programmes, recitals, weddings, formal events, school concerts, and orchestras seeking an elegant, expressive, and instantly recognisable work for violin.