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Suite Lombarde

by Colette Mourey

Instrumentation
Cello
Publisher
Editions Marc Reift (EMR 18454)
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A four-movement suite for unaccompanied cello (Prélude, Scherzo, Sarabanda, Tiento), published by Editions Marc Reift in 2013 and subtitled "Hommage à Michael Jones". The opening Prélude moves from a slow, heavily accented Grave with trills and wide leaps into long stretches of fast triplet arpeggios across all four strings that build again and again from pianissimo to fortissimo.

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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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