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Ding Dong Bell

by Juliana Hall

Instrumentation
Cello
Composed
2007
Publisher
Juliana Hall Music (Simsbury, CT; composer's imprint)
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About this piece

Ding Dong Bell (2007), also catalogued as Eight Epitaphs for Cello Solo, is a suite of eight short unaccompanied movements by Juliana Hall, a composer otherwise known for art song. Each movement is based on, and named after, one of Walter de la Mare's epitaphs (for example 'Here lies old bones', 'Fanny Meadows' and 'Tom Head'), and the epitaph texts are printed in the score. Cellist David Sims gave the premiere on 3 May 2008 at Eno Memorial Hall in Simsbury, Connecticut. The published score is six pages long.

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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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