Dive into the world of classical cello performance with ABRSM's "Cello Exam Pieces from 2024, ABRSM Grade 5," a meticulously curated collection of exam pieces designed to challenge and inspire cellists at the Grade 5 level. Released on June 8, 2023, under the prestigious ABRSM label, this album features a diverse repertoire that spans various styles and composers, providing a comprehensive overview of the technical and expressive demands of the Grade 5 syllabus.
The album comprises 18 tracks, each carefully selected from Lists A, B, and C of the 2024 syllabus. From the lively "Bourrée d'Auvergne" by Maurice Ravel to the whimsical "Humoresque" by Antonín Dvořák, and the enchanting "Waltz" from Tchaikovsky's "The Sleeping Beauty," this collection offers a rich tapestry of musical experiences. Additionally, the album includes unique pieces like "Robots' March" and "On the Ground" from "Jazzy Cello," adding a contemporary flair to the traditional exam repertoire.
Each piece is accompanied by high-quality accompaniment tracks, ensuring that cellists can practice and perform with authentic orchestral support. The album's duration of 33 minutes provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of the Grade 5 syllabus, making it an invaluable resource for students, teachers, and examiners alike. Whether you're preparing for an exam or simply looking to expand your musical horizons, this album is a treasure trove of classical cello repertoire.
Tracks
A:1 Bourrée d'Auvergne (No. 1 from Suite française, Op. 114)Paul Bazelaire, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
A:2 Allegro (2nd movt from Sonata in E minor, Op. 2 No. 2)Benedetto Marcello, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
A:3 Fugue (No. 4 from Studies in Style and Technique, Book 2)Niso Ticciati, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
B:1 Romance (No. 1 from Two Romances)Elfrida Andrée, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
B:2 Humoresque (No. 7 from Humoresques, Op. 101)Antonín Dvořák, Alan Bullard, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
B:3 Waltz (from The Sleeping Beauty, Act 1, Op. 66)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Nancy Litten, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
C:1 Schlechtes Wetter (No. 3 from Ernst und Scherz, Op. 104)Georg Goltermann, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
C:2 Robots' MarchGordon Jacob, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
C:3 On the Ground (No. 5 from Jazzy Cello)Michael Radanovics, Katherine Jenkinson, Martin Cousin
A:1 Bourrée d'Auvergne (No. 1 from Suite française, Op. 114) - accompanimentPaul Bazelaire, Martin Cousin
A:2 Allegro (2nd movt from Sonata in E minor, Op. 2 No. 2) - accompanimentBenedetto Marcello, Martin Cousin
A:3 Fugue (No. 4 from Studies in Style and Technique, Book 2) - accompanimentNiso Ticciati, Martin Cousin
B:1 Romance (No. 1 from Two Romances) - accompanimentElfrida Andrée, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Martin Cousin
B:2 Humoresque (No. 7 from Humoresques, Op. 101) - accompanimentAntonín Dvořák, Alan Bullard, Martin Cousin
B:3 Waltz (from The Sleeping Beauty, Act 1, Op. 66) - accompanimentPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Nancy Litten, Martin Cousin
C:1 Schlechtes Wetter (No. 3 from Ernst und Scherz, Op. 104) - accompanimentGeorg Goltermann, Martin Cousin
C:2 Robots' March - accompanimentGordon Jacob, Martin Cousin
C:3 On the Ground (No. 5 from Jazzy Cello) - accompanimentMichael Radanovics, Martin Cousin
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