Dive into the world of classical cello repertoire with ABRSM's "Cello Exam Pieces from 2024, ABRSM Grade 4." This meticulously curated collection features nine captivating pieces, carefully selected to offer a diverse range of styles and periods, making it an essential resource for cellists preparing for their Grade 4 exams. The album spans from the elegance of Baroque compositions to the charm of contemporary works, providing a rich tapestry of musical experiences.
The album is divided into three lists, each containing three pieces, ensuring a well-rounded exploration of the cello's expressive capabilities. List A kicks off with a Minuet from a Concerto Grosso in B minor, followed by the enchanting "Tusenfryd" from Grieg's Four Piano Pieces, Op. 5, and concludes with an Allegro from Vivaldi's Concerto in C, RV 399. List B offers a blend of classical and modern influences, including "The Chengdu Hibiscus," the romantic "Herbstblume" from Mendelssohn's 10 Originalstücke, Op. 116, and the soothing "Wiegenlied." List C brings a touch of Broadway and jazz with "America" from West Side Story, the lively "The St Louis Rag," and the playful "Sometime Maybe" from "Jazzin' About."
Accompanying each piece are the corresponding piano parts, making this album an invaluable tool for both solo practice and collaborative performances. Whether you're a student preparing for exams or a music enthusiast eager to explore new repertoire, ABRSM's Grade 4 Cello Exam Pieces offers a delightful journey through the world of cello music. Released on June 8, 2023, this album is a testament to ABRSM's commitment to providing high-quality educational resources for musicians of all levels.
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Tracks
A:1 Minuet (from Concerto Grosso in B minor)William Boyce, Catherine Black, Paul Harris, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
A:2 Tusenfryd (No. 2 from Four Piano Pieces, Op. 5)Anna Lindeman, David Blackwell, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
A:3 Allegro (1st movt from Concerto in C, RV 399)Antonio Vivaldi, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
B:1 The Chengdu HibiscusShanti Jayasinha, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
B:2 Herbstblume (No. 6 from 10 Originalstücke, Op. 116)August Nölck, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
B:3 WiegenliedHugo Wolf, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
C:1 America (from West Side Story)Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, Angela Schofield, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
C:2 The St Louis RagTom Turpin, David Blackwell, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
C:3 Sometime Maybe (No. 8 from Jazzin' About)Pam Wedgwood, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
A:1 Minuet (from Concerto Grosso in B minor) - accompanimentWilliam Boyce, Catherine Black, Paul Harris, Martin Cousin
A:2 Tusenfryd (No. 2 from Four Piano Pieces, Op. 5) - accompanimentAnna Lindeman, David Blackwell, Martin Cousin
A:3 Allegro (1st movt from Concerto in C, RV 399) - accompanimentAntonio Vivaldi, Martin Cousin
B:1 The Chengdu Hibiscus - accompanimentShanti Jayasinha, Martin Cousin
B:2 Herbstblume (No. 6 from 10 Originalstücke, Op. 116) - accompanimentAugust Nölck, Martin Cousin
B:3 Wiegenlied - accompanimentHugo Wolf, Martin Cousin
C:1 America (from West Side Story) - accompanimentLeonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, Angela Schofield, Martin Cousin
C:2 The St Louis Rag - accompanimentTom Turpin, David Blackwell, Martin Cousin
C:3 Sometime Maybe (No. 8 from Jazzin' About) - accompanimentPam Wedgwood, Martin Cousin