Marie: La Cinquantaine for Cello and Cello Quartet
Experience the enduring charm of Gabriel-Marie's beloved "La Cinquantaine" (The Golden Wedding), now beautifully arranged for solo cello with the rich, harmonious backing of a cello quartet. This exquisite and instantly recognisable melody, a quintessential salon piece, finds a new depth of emotion and resonance in this unique pure-cello ensemble setting.
Jean Gabriel-Prosper Marie (1852-1928), a French composer of light classical music, achieved widespread fame with "La Cinquantaine," originally composed for cello and piano. Its graceful melody and heartfelt sentiment have made it a timeless favourite. This arrangement by Paul Wood meticulously expands the original accompaniment, thoughtfully distributing the harmonic textures across a cello quartet to provide a warm, sympathetic backdrop for the solo cello. The result is a wonderfully rewarding piece that allows intermediate cellists to shine as a soloist, while collaborating with a supportive and equally engaged cello quartet. It's an ideal choice for concerts, recitals, or any occasion seeking a touch of elegant charm.
Key Features:
- Instrumentation: Cello Solo & Cello Quartet (Cello I, Cello II, Cello III, Cello IV)
- Original Instrumentation: Cello & Piano
- Difficulty: Intermediate Cello Solo, Intermediate Cello Quartet (all parts)
- Arranger: Paul Wood
- Fidelity: This arrangement remains true to Gabriel-Marie's original melodic and harmonic intent, carefully adapted to showcase the solo cello with a sympathetic and idiomatic cello quartet accompaniment.
- Contents: PDF File of full Score and all five individual Cello Parts provided.
Marie's "La Cinquantaine" is renowned for its captivating melody, its graceful character, and its enduring appeal. This arrangement brings those qualities to the forefront, offering a truly rewarding experience for solo cellists and cello quartets alike, providing a substantial, engaging piece for both practice and performance.
Elevate your repertoire with this exciting and beautifully arranged version of a beloved classic.
Perfect for: Cello ensemble concerts, student recitals, chamber music events, and groups seeking melodious and accessible repertoire for a unique all-cello setting.
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