Author : Rainer Mohrs, Elmar Preusser
Description
Volume 2 of the Cellissimo series features 25 well-known original compositions for cello and piano, spanning the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods, making it an invaluable resource for advanced students, educators, and cello enthusiasts. This collection includes significant standard repertoire suitable for lessons, performances, and competitions, showcasing works by renowned composers such as Vivaldi, Bréval, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Fauré, and Saint-Saëns, alongside lesser-known pieces by August Nölck and Georg Goltermann. The selected works present a medium level of technical challenge, aligning with grades 3-4 or 5-8 of the international examination framework, and involve various positions and techniques, including thumb under. Additionally, the collection emphasizes the development of sound quality, vibrato, bowing techniques, and personal interpretation. Some pieces are accompanied by a downloadable basso part (violoncello 2) at no cost. Other editions include Volume 1: Arietta, which offers 40 easy original pieces for cello and piano.
