A fun way to develop confidence in the waltz idiom with a ‘lifted bow/long bow’ pattern that can be learned playing scales. There is some use of ‘low’ 2nd finger.
Good for producing confident playing of a simple mainly crotchet based melody in D major. Optional 4th fingers can be added.
This and other carol arrangements in Cellos for Christmas are very enjoyable near Christmas. Good for reading and general enjoyment. The part includes words and guitar symbols.
A very effective piece to show off dynamic range and skill in providing a sense of both harmony and melody in an unaccompanied piece. Like most of the Waltzes in this collection, the form is A B A and the B section is in the minor. The other Waltzes are also worth exploring.
First published in 1847 as part of a cello method, these duets are great fun to play and very idiomatic for the cello. Each duet is in three movements and Op.52 No.3 starts with a set of variations. There are many contrasting bowing techniques contained in each piece.
