Thin Air

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Description:

The piece for solo cello expresses solidarity experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dedicated to the memory of Paul Tortelier, the piece embodies themes of connection and compassion.

Composition Year: 2020

Instrumentation: Cello

Duration: 6'30''

Publisher Info: Stichting Donemus Beheer, Rijswijk

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Brief moments of challenging double stops. A thumb position D string notes are played over an open drone G string. 1 measure of low-position octaves. is A preview of the score is available here: webshop.donemus.com

Technical Focus Points

Rhythm
String Crossings
High position double stops with open strings
Octaves
D String Notes

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