Meticulously crafted by Paul Wood, this edition transforms the delightful cello and piano miniature into a vibrant concert showpiece. Our arrangement thoughtfully expands the accompaniment, adding rich orchestral colours and textures while faithfully preserving the original's light, agile character and demanding cello virtuosity.
Key Features:
- Instrumentation: Cello Solo & String Orchestra (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Contrabass)
- Difficulty: Advanced Cello Solo, Intermediate-Advanced Orchestra
- Arranger: Paul Wood
- Fidelity: This arrangement remains true to Popper's original solo line, while enhancing the accompanying textures with orchestral colour.
- Contents: PDF File of full Score and all individual instrumental parts provided.
"Papillon" (Butterfly) Op. 3 No. 4 is renowned for its "cheekily humorous bravura" and "fluttering in the highest position." This arrangement brings those qualities to the forefront, offering a rewarding experience for the advanced cello soloist and providing a substantial, engaging piece for intermediate-advanced string orchestras.
Elevate your repertoire with this exciting and beautifully orchestrated version of a cello classic.
Perfect for: Concert programmes, advanced student recitals, and orchestras seeking engaging and technically rewarding repertoire.
