Giovanni Bottesini Ed: David Heyes . C major edition - for double bass in orchestral tuning. Elegia was first published in Bottesini's Method for Double Bass to illustrate the lyrical capabilities of the instrument, and was rumoured to be the composer's favourite work. It has been recorded more than any other work by Bottesini and is his most attractive piece for bass. Edited by Frantisek Posta. This is ideal for any bassist of about Grade 8 level who is interested to learn the entire range of the double bass. Very popular with adventurous young bassists. 'Here is an excellent edition of a staple of our solo repertoire.' (ISB) The edition is published with piano accompaniments for both solo and orchestral tunings. Also available in editions for double bass and string orchestra [RM251 - Solo tuning / RM252 - Orchestral tuning] which are also playable with string quartet or quintet accompaniment. The string version is Bottesini's own arrangement of the work.. Performance Level: 8;Advanced.. Grade: 8 - Advanced