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Harding Suite

by Aleksandra Vrebalov

Instrumentation
Cello
Composed
2009
Duration
12'
Publisher
Composers Edition (ce-av1hs1; PhiPress)
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About this piece

Harding Suite is a suite of about 12 minutes for unaccompanied cello from 2009, dedicated to John Mason Harding. Michael Hass gave the premiere on 15 April 2011 at the University of Southern Maine. The first movement, marked 'expansive', is a slow, freely shaped melody marked 'espressivo, con vib.' It moves through constantly changing meters and climbs into the treble clef before ending on a high harmonic.

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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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