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Autumn Breaths: Two Haiku

by Wilma Pistorius

Instrumentation
Cello, Harp
Composed
2015
Duration
8'
Publisher
Donemus
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Autumn Breaths: Two Haiku (2015) is a pair of short pieces for cello and harp by Wilma Pistorius, inspired by the colours and smells of autumn and by Japanese haiku, which set two contrasting images side by side with a break between them. Donemus also publishes a version for cello and marimba. In the linked recording Pistorius plays the cello with the harpist Victoria Davies, at Salon Ruigoord on 27 November 2016.

Technical overview

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Level rubric

Professional

Left Hand

  • Complete command of the fingerboard.
  • Proficient thumb position across all strings.
  • Execute complex double stops and rapid trills precisely.
  • Fast scales and leaps with precise intonation and speed.
  • Apply expressive techniques (portamenti, micro‑adjusted intonation) tastefully.
  • Easily execute false harmonics.

Right Hand

  • Seamlessly blends martelé, spiccato, sautillé, legato & ricochet.
  • Meticulous bow distribution for sustained lines or rapid passages.
  • Clear pianissimo to controlled fortissimo.
  • Economical, efficient bow movement with smooth transitions.
  • Employ advanced effects (ponticello, bow effects) artistically.

Musicality

  • Focus on a deeply personal, communicative performance.
  • Make interpretive choices reflecting deep understanding of form, style & emotion.
  • Convey nuanced phrasing, wide dynamic range & a unique artistic voice.
  • Craft dramatic cadenzas/solos with rubato, tone & expressive timing.

Levels are approximate guides, not strict requirements.

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