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The Prophecy

by Cheryl Frances-Hoad

Instrumentation
Cello, Piano
Composed
1998
Duration
15'
Publisher
Cadenza Music (Wise Music Group)
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About this piece

A continuous work of about 15 minutes for cello and piano, commissioned for the 1998 Manchester International Cello Festival; the composer's label describes it as her first professional commission. It was recorded by Rebecca Gilliver and Sophia Rahman on the portrait album The Whole Earth Dances (Champs Hill, 2020).

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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