Cat No. JM37976
Price £25.95
Composer: Max Bruch
Arranger: Bram Gay
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Max Bruch (1838-1920) is chiefly remembered for two works: the G minor Violin Concerto and the Kol Nidrei for Cello and Orchestra. Derived from the Hebrew prayer for the evening of the Day of Atonement, this has become a staple of the solo cello repertoire.

In transcribing this marvellous piece, I have retained as much of the original cello register as possible, knowing that today’s euphoniumist is less intimidated by high notes than was his predecessor. Players should not, however, attempt so much of the high register as to impose a sense of physical strain on the music; above all, an atmosphere of peace is the first requirement here. An occasional octave drop may be taken without destroying the sense of the piece. I have made various suggestions in the solo part.

Within the band, the piano mark prevails. This should be a warm piano, since every note in the band, as well as in the solo, must contribute to Bruch’s deeply felt expression.

The first performance was given by Steven Mead with the Band of the Birmingham Conservatoire. The work was recorded by him with the Williams Fairey Band, conducted by Howard Snell, in July 1998.