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Cello Sonata No. 5

by Matilde Capuis

Instrumentation
Cello, Piano
Composed
1980
Duration
11'
Publisher
Furore Verlag (fue 385)
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Matilde Capuis's fifth and last sonata for cello and piano, dated 1980 in the German National Library's authority record. Furore Verlag published it in 2001 (24-page score with cello part; Italian title Va sonata). The Duo Capuis (Ugo Attilio Scabia, cello, with the composer at the piano) recorded it in 1997 for Volume 2 of her Works for Cello and Piano.

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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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