Immerse yourself in the profound beauty and tranquil poetry of Antonín Dvořák's beloved Silent Woods (Klid / Waldesruhe), Op. 68 No. 5, now exquisitely arranged for solo cello and string orchestra. This deeply meditative and universally cherished work, a heartfelt evocation of nature's peace, finds an even richer expressive voice in the cello's profound sonorities, beautifully supported by the lush harmonies of a string ensemble.
Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904), one of the Czech Republic's most celebrated composers, originally conceived "Silent Woods" as a piano four-hands piece from his collection From the Bohemian Forest. Recognizing its immense lyrical potential, he soon arranged it himself for cello and orchestra, making it a staple of the cello repertoire. This arrangement by Paul Wood meticulously adapts Dvořák's own orchestral scoring to a dedicated string orchestra, enriching the harmonic textures and providing a warm, sympathetic backdrop that enhances the solo cello's commanding presence. The result is a truly compelling concert piece, ideal for thoughtful performances and a wonderful addition to any orchestra's repertoire.
Key Features:
- Instrumentation: Cello Solo & String Orchestra (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Contrabass)
- Original Instrumentation: Piano Four-Hands (later arranged by Dvořák for Cello & Orchestra)
- Difficulty: Advanced Cello Solo, Advanced String Orchestra
- Arranger: Paul Wood
- Fidelity: This arrangement remains true to Dvořák's original melodic and harmonic intent, carefully adapted to showcase the cello with a sympathetic string orchestra accompaniment.
- Contents: PDF File of full Score and all individual instrumental parts provided.
Dvořák's Silent Woods is renowned for its sweeping lyrical lines, its rich harmonies, and its profound emotional depth. This arrangement brings those qualities to the forefront, offering a truly rewarding experience for the advanced cello soloist and providing a substantial, expressive piece for intermediate-advanced string orchestras.
Elevate your repertoire with this exciting and beautifully orchestrated version of a Romantic masterpiece.
Perfect for: Concert programmes, advanced student recitals, and orchestras seeking an engaging, deeply expressive, and evocative work for cello.
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