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Aire de Tango: Fantasy for Cello and Orchestra

by Adriana Isabel Figueroa Mañas

Instrumentation
Cello, Orchestra
Composed
2000
Duration
9'30''
Publisher
Composer (self-published)
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A tango-inflected fantasy for cello and orchestra, written in 1999-2000 by the Argentine composer, who also made versions for cello and piano and for bassoon. It won second prize at the 13th "2 Agosto" International Composition Competition in Bologna, which honours the victims of the 1980 Bologna station bombing. Robert Cohen gave the first performance in Piazza Maggiore on 2 August 2007, with the orchestra of the Teatro Comunale di Bologna under Vito Clemente. Scores and parts are available directly from the composer.

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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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