SKU: A0.723155

Georg Philipp Telemann wrote four concerti for four unaccompanied violins: TWV40:201-204.  This is an arrangement for four celli of the second concerto in D Major, changed from its original key of D major to G Major to allow for the same string crossings and changes as in the violin version but for the configuration of the cello.

SKU: A0.723161

Georg Philipp Telemann wrote four concerti for four unaccompanied violins: TWV40:201-204.  This is an arrangement for four celli of the fourth concerto in A Major, changed from its original key of A major to D Major to allow for the same string crossings and changes as in the violin version but for the configuration of the cello. Whereas the original violin version is of intermediate to advanced intermediate difficulty, this version for celli is listed as advanced because of the double-stops in the first movement. .

SKU: A0.723157

Georg Philipp Telemann wrote four concerti for four violins unaccompanied, his TWV 40:201-204.  Here is the first concerto in G major arranged for four violoncelli by Joel Jacklich (A.S.C.A.P.).  This arrangement is an octave below the original violin work.  Taking the key down an octave and a fifth to accommodate the same parallel open strings as the violins made the range too low (very playable; however, very muddy).  Therefore, I have used the same key as the violin, taking it down only an octave.  This gives a much more pleasing sound, but makes the upper range notes much more difficult, going up to a D5, requiring the use of tenor and treble clefs.  It is therefore listed as an advanced piece.

SKU: A0.883667

An arrangement for cello quartet.

SKU: S9.Q53943

German • English • French.

This issue offers a variety of the most popular Christmas carols both in traditional movements which were rearranged and in new ones, written by the editor for 4 violoncelli. A choir-like performance by a large ensemble is also possible. The arrangements are a result of working with the ensemble Dr. Hoch’s Philharmonische Cellisten of which the editor is in charge. The movements are very easy and with only a few exceptions they can be played in the 1st position. The songs are less suited for singing along since they are usually notated in a low register. According to the author, it is recommended to enjoy the pure cello sound.