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Perles d'ambre (cello and piano version)

by Thérèse Brenet

Instrumentation
Cello, Piano
Composed
2009
Duration
7'
Publisher
Musik Fabrik
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About this piece

Perles d'ambre ("Amber beads") began in 2009 as a wordless vocalise for female voice and orchestra; Brenet's publisher, Musik Fabrik, also issues it for a range of solo instruments with piano, including this version for cello. It lasts about seven minutes, and the publisher describes it as "a lyrical piece with several freely interpreted sections" that give the soloist room for personal expression. The orchestral vocal version was recorded in 2014 by the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra under Paul Wehage.

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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.