Dive into the enchanting world of classical music with "Solo Time for Cello 1," a captivating album by the renowned David Blackwell. Released on October 17, 2022, via Oxford University Press Music, this album is a treasure trove of 34 meticulously arranged pieces, perfect for intermediate to advanced cellists. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, this collection offers a rich tapestry of musical experiences that showcase the versatility and depth of the cello.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, from the elegant "Gavotte 1" from Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 3 to the lively "Little Hungarian Rhapsody." Each track is presented in both performance and backing versions, providing cellists with the tools they need to practice and perfect their skills. Whether you're exploring the haunting beauty of "Die Lotosblume" or the spirited energy of "Russian Dance," this album is a testament to Blackwell's mastery of arrangement and his deep understanding of the cello.
"Solo Time for Cello 1" is not just an album; it's a comprehensive musical journey that invites cellists to explore a wide range of styles and techniques. From the classical elegance of "O Ruddier than the Cherry" to the contemporary charm of "Le Pique-nique," each piece is carefully selected to challenge and inspire. Whether you're a seasoned performer or an aspiring musician, this album offers a wealth of opportunities for growth and expression.
David Blackwell's expertise shines through in every note, making "Solo Time for Cello 1" an essential addition to any cellist's repertoire. With its diverse selection of pieces and high-quality arrangements, this album is sure to become a favorite among musicians and music lovers alike.
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Tracks
Gavotte 1 (from 'Orchestral Suite No 3, BWV 1068') [Performance Track] - CelloJohann Sebastian Bach, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Contredanse (No 6 from '12 Contredanses, WOO 14') [Performance Track] - CelloLudwig van Beethoven, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Two Dances (from 'Terpsichore') [Performance Track] - CelloP-F Caroubel, Michael Praetorius, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
O Ruddier than the Cherry (from 'Acis and Galatea', HWV 49) [Performance Track] - CelloGeorge Frideric Handel, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Columbine (from 'Children's Carnival, op. 25, no. 2') [Performance Track] - CelloAmy Beach, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Little Hungarian Rhapsody [Performance Track] - CelloCarl Bohm, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Die Lotosblume (from 'Myrthen, op. 25, no. 7') [Performance Track] - CelloRobert Schumann, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Joshua fit the battle of Jericho [Performance Track] - CelloTraditional, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Intermezzo (from 'Cavalleria rusticana') [Performance Track] - CelloPietro Mascagni, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Adoration [Performance Track] - CelloFlorence Beatrice Price, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Vivace (third movement of 'Sonata, op. 1, no. 2') [Performance Track] - CelloA-J Candeille, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Libera me (from 'Requiem, op. 48') [Performance Track] - CelloGabriel Fauré, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
In paradisum (from 'Requiem, op. 48') [Performance Track] - CelloGabriel Fauré, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Pièce Romantique (op. 9, no. 1) [Performance Track] - CelloCécile Chaminade, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Le Pique-nique (from 'Sports et divertissements') [Performance Track] - CelloErik Satie, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Idylle Haïtienne (from 'La flamenca') [Performance Track] - CelloLucien Lambert, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Russian Dance (from 'Danse caractéristique, op. 2, no. 6') [Performance Track] - CelloVladimir Ivanovich Rebikov, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Gavotte 1 (from 'Orchestral Suite No. 3, BWV 1068') [Backing Track] - CelloJohann Sebastian Bach, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Contredanse (No 6 from '12 Contredanses, WOO 14') [Backing Track] - CelloLudwig van Beethoven, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Two Dances (from 'Terpsichore') [Backing Track] - CelloP-F Caroubel, Michael Praetorius, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
O Ruddier than the Cherry (from 'Acis and Galatea, HWV 49') [Backing Track] - CelloGeorge Frideric Handel, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Columbine (from 'Children's Carnival, op. 25 no. 2') [Backing Track] - CelloAmy Beach, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Little Hungarian Rhapsody [Backing Track] - CelloCarl Bohm, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Die Lotosblume (from 'Myrthen, op. 25, no. 7) [Backing Track] - CelloRobert Schumann, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Joshua fit the battle of Jericho [Backing Track] - CelloTraditional, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Intermezzo (from 'Cavalleria rusticana') [Backing Track] - CelloPietro Mascagni, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Adoration [Backing Track] - CelloFlorence Beatrice Price, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Vivace (third movement of 'Sonata, op. 1, no. 2') [Backing Track].flac - CelloA-J Candeille, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Libera me (from 'Requiem, op. 48') [Backing Track] - CelloGabriel Fauré, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
In paradisum (from 'Requiem, op. 48') [Backing Track] - CelloGabriel Fauré, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Pièce Romantique (op. 9, no. 1) [Backing Track] - CelloCécile Chaminade, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Le Pique-nique (from 'Sports et divertissements') [Backing Track] - CelloErik Satie, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Idylle Haïtienne (from 'La Flamenca') [Backing Track] - CelloLucien Lambert, David Blackwell, Kathy Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music
Russian Dance (from 'Danse caractéristique, op. 2, no. 6') [Backing Track].flac - CelloVladimir Ivanovich Rebikov, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Kathy & David Blackwell, Oxford University Press Music