Dive into the world of classical cello repertoire with ABRSM's "Cello Exam Pieces from 2024, ABRSM Grade 4," a meticulously curated collection designed to inspire and challenge aspiring cellists. Released on June 8, 2023, this album is a treasure trove of musical excellence, featuring 18 tracks that span a diverse range of styles and periods.
The album is divided into three lists, each offering a unique selection of pieces. List A showcases Baroque and early classical works, including a Minuet from a Concerto Grosso in B minor and an Allegro from Vivaldi's Concerto in C, RV 399. List B delves into romantic and contemporary compositions, such as "The Chengdu Hibiscus" and "Herbstblume" from Op. 116. List C presents modern and popular pieces, including the iconic "America" from West Side Story and the lively "The St. Louis Rag."
Each piece is performed with precision and passion, accompanied by piano arrangements that complement the cello's rich tones. The album's duration of approximately 29 minutes makes it an ideal study and performance tool for Grade 4 cello students. Whether you're a student preparing for an exam or a music enthusiast exploring the cello's versatility, this album is a valuable addition to your collection.
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Tracks
A:1 Minuet (from Concerto Grosso in B minor)William Boyce, Catherine Black, Paul Harris, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
A:2 Tusenfryd (No. 2 from Four Piano Pieces, Op. 5)Anna Lindeman, David Blackwell, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
A:3 Allegro (1st movt from Concerto in C, RV 399)Antonio Vivaldi, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
B:1 The Chengdu HibiscusShanti Jayasinha, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
B:2 Herbstblume (No. 6 from 10 Originalstücke, Op. 116)August Nölck, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
B:3 WiegenliedHugo Wolf, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
C:1 America (from West Side Story)Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, Angela Schofield, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
C:2 The St Louis RagTom Turpin, David Blackwell, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
C:3 Sometime Maybe (No. 8 from Jazzin' About)Pam Wedgwood, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
A:1 Minuet (from Concerto Grosso in B minor) - accompanimentWilliam Boyce, Catherine Black, Paul Harris, Martin Cousin
A:2 Tusenfryd (No. 2 from Four Piano Pieces, Op. 5) - accompanimentAnna Lindeman, David Blackwell, Martin Cousin
A:3 Allegro (1st movt from Concerto in C, RV 399) - accompanimentAntonio Vivaldi, Martin Cousin
B:1 The Chengdu Hibiscus - accompanimentShanti Jayasinha, Martin Cousin
B:2 Herbstblume (No. 6 from 10 Originalstücke, Op. 116) - accompanimentAugust Nölck, Martin Cousin
B:3 Wiegenlied - accompanimentHugo Wolf, Martin Cousin
C:1 America (from West Side Story) - accompanimentLeonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, Angela Schofield, Martin Cousin
C:2 The St Louis Rag - accompanimentTom Turpin, David Blackwell, Martin Cousin
C:3 Sometime Maybe (No. 8 from Jazzin' About) - accompanimentPam Wedgwood, Martin Cousin
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