"Solo Time for Cello 1" is a captivating collection of 16 concert pieces meticulously arranged by David Blackwell, designed to inspire and challenge intermediate to advanced cellists. Released on October 17, 2022, under the Oxford University Press Music label, this album spans a diverse range of styles and composers, offering a rich and varied repertoire for cellists eager to expand their musical horizons.
The album features a blend of classical and contemporary pieces, including works by Bach, Handel, Mascagni, and Ravel, as well as traditional spirituals and folk tunes. Each track is presented with both performance and backing tracks, allowing cellists to practice and perform with accompaniment. The inclusion of online audio tracks enhances the learning experience, making this album an invaluable resource for both students and teachers.
With a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, "Solo Time for Cello 1" provides ample material for concert performances, recitals, or personal practice. The pieces are arranged for cello and piano, with the piano accompaniment available in the book. This two-volume series is part of a progressive collection, with Book 1 covering grades 1 to 6, ensuring a comprehensive and structured approach to learning.
David Blackwell, a renowned educator and composer, has crafted an engaging and educational album that reflects his extensive experience in music education. His arrangements are known for their accessibility and musicality, making "Solo Time for Cello 1" an excellent choice for cellists seeking to develop their skills and repertoire. Whether you're preparing for an exam, concert, or simply looking to explore new music, this album offers a wealth of opportunities for growth and enjoyment.
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Tracks
Gavotte 1 (from 'Orchestral Suite No 3, BWV 1068') [Performance Track] - CelloJohann Sebastian Bach, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Contredanse (No 6 from '12 Contredanses, WOO 14') [Performance Track] - CelloLudwig van Beethoven, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Two Dances (from 'Terpsichore') [Performance Track] - CelloP-F Caroubel, Michael Praetorius, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
O Ruddier than the Cherry (from 'Acis and Galatea', HWV 49) [Performance Track] - CelloGeorge Frideric Handel, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Columbine (from 'Children's Carnival, op. 25, no. 2') [Performance Track] - CelloAmy Beach, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Little Hungarian Rhapsody [Performance Track] - CelloCarl Bohm, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Die Lotosblume (from 'Myrthen, op. 25, no. 7') [Performance Track] - CelloRobert Schumann, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Joshua fit the battle of Jericho [Performance Track] - CelloTraditional, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Intermezzo (from 'Cavalleria rusticana') [Performance Track] - CelloPietro Mascagni, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Adoration [Performance Track] - CelloFlorence Beatrice Price, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Vivace (third movement of 'Sonata, op. 1, no. 2') [Performance Track] - CelloA-J Candeille, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Libera me (from 'Requiem, op. 48') [Performance Track] - CelloGabriel Fauré, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
In paradisum (from 'Requiem, op. 48') [Performance Track] - CelloGabriel Fauré, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Pièce Romantique (op. 9, no. 1) [Performance Track] - CelloCécile Chaminade, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Le Pique-nique (from 'Sports et divertissements') [Performance Track] - CelloErik Satie, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Idylle Haïtienne (from 'La flamenca') [Performance Track] - CelloLucien Lambert, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Russian Dance (from 'Danse caractéristique, op. 2, no. 6') [Performance Track] - CelloVladimir Ivanovich Rebikov, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Gavotte 1 (from 'Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068') [Backing Track] - CelloJohann Sebastian Bach, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Contredanse (No 6 from '12 Contredanses, WOO 14') [Backing Track] - CelloLudwig van Beethoven, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Two Dances (from 'Terpsichore') [Backing Track] - CelloP-F Caroubel, Michael Praetorius, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
O Ruddier than the Cherry (from 'Acis and Galatea, HWV 49') [Backing Track] - CelloGeorge Frideric Handel, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Columbine (from 'Children's Carnival, op. 25 no. 2') [Backing Track] - CelloAmy Beach, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Little Hungarian Rhapsody [Backing Track] - CelloCarl Bohm, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Die Lotosblume (from 'Myrthen, op. 25, no. 7) [Backing Track] - CelloRobert Schumann, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Joshua fit the battle of Jericho [Backing Track] - CelloTraditional, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Intermezzo (from 'Cavalleria rusticana') [Backing Track] - CelloPietro Mascagni, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Adoration [Backing Track] - CelloFlorence Beatrice Price, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Vivace (third movement of 'Sonata, op. 1, no. 2') [Backing Track].flac - CelloA-J Candeille, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Libera me (from 'Requiem, op. 48') [Backing Track] - CelloGabriel Fauré, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
In paradisum (from 'Requiem, op. 48') [Backing Track] - CelloGabriel Fauré, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Pièce Romantique (op. 9, no. 1) [Backing Track] - CelloCécile Chaminade, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Le Pique-nique (from 'Sports et divertissements') [Backing Track] - CelloErik Satie, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Idylle Haïtienne (from 'La Flamenca') [Backing Track] - CelloLucien Lambert, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Russian Dance (from 'Danse caractéristique, op. 2, no. 6') [Backing Track].flac - CelloVladimir Ivanovich Rebikov, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
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