Experience the dazzling brilliance and fiery passion of Camille Saint-Saëns's iconic Allegro Appassionato, Op. 43, now masterfully arranged for solo cello and string orchestra. This celebrated work, a cornerstone of the cello repertoire, is reimagined to capture all its dramatic flair and captivating melodies within the rich, expressive sonorities of a string ensemble.
Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921), one of France's most versatile and influential composers, crafted his "Allegro Appassionato" as a compact yet immensely effective showpiece, originally for cello and piano (and also for cello and full orchestra). Its vibrant energy, lyrical intensity, and technical demands have made it a perennial favourite. This arrangement by Paul Wood meticulously expands the original accompaniment to a full string orchestra, enriching the harmonic textures and providing a dynamic, sympathetic backdrop that enhances the solo cello's commanding presence. It offers a practical yet uncompromising option for advanced soloists and ensembles who may not have access to a full symphony orchestra, allowing this magnificent work to be performed more widely without sacrificing its artistic impact.
Key Features:
- Instrumentation: Cello Solo & String Orchestra (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Contrabass)
- Original Instrumentation: Cello & Piano (or Cello & Full Orchestra)
- Difficulty: Advanced Cello Solo, Intermediate-Advanced String Orchestra
- Arranger: Paul Wood
- Fidelity: This arrangement remains true to Saint-Saëns's original solo line and the spirited character of the Allegro Appassionato, carefully adapted to showcase the cello with a sympathetic string orchestra accompaniment.
- Contents: PDF File of full Score and all individual instrumental parts provided.
Saint-Saëns's Allegro Appassionato Op. 43 is renowned for its thrilling virtuosity, its passionate melodies, and its sheer display of celloistic mastery. This arrangement brings those qualities to the forefront, offering a truly 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 an exhilarating and technically rewarding showpiece for cello.
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