Franz Joseph Haydn : Divertimento in D – Arranged for Cello and Piano by Gregor Piatigorsky

Classical Divertimento in D Major, Adapted for Modern Cello Performance

Description :
Published by Theodore Presser Company, this Divertimento in D Major by Franz Joseph Haydn, arranged for cello and piano by the legendary cellist Gregor Piatigorsky, transforms one of Haydn’s elegant classical works into a lyrical and expressive concert piece for cello. The arrangement maintains the refined charm and structural clarity of Haydn’s original while adapting the musical lines to highlight the cello’s warm, singing tone.

In this edition, Piatigorsky’s masterful adaptation gives the cello an expressive melodic role supported by a transparent and stylistically faithful piano accompaniment. The arrangement serves both as an excellent recital piece and a pedagogical study in Classical phrasing, articulation, and tonal control. This piece is ideal for intermediate to advanced cellists seeking to explore Classical repertoire in a concise and elegant form.

This cleanly engraved edition includes both score and cello part and reflects the musical collaboration between a Classical master and one of the 20th century’s greatest interpreters of the cello.

Performance Tips :

Maintain clarity and lightness of bowing to capture Haydn’s Classical elegance. Emphasize phrasing, balance, and precision in the articulation. The piano part should provide rhythmic stability while allowing the cello’s melodic line to sing naturally. Observe dynamic contrasts and grace notes for a stylistically authentic interpretation.

About the Composer :

Franz Joseph Haydn (1732–1809) was an Austrian composer and a pivotal figure of the Classical era. Known as the “Father of the Symphony” and “Father of the String Quartet,” Haydn’s works are celebrated for their clarity, humor, and inventiveness. His influence on Mozart and Beethoven shaped the development of Western classical music.

About the Arranger :

Gregor Piatigorsky (1903–1976) was a Russian-born American cellist and one of the most admired virtuosos of the 20th century. Renowned for his expressive tone and musical insight, he also contributed important editions and transcriptions for cello. His arrangement of Haydn’s Divertimento in D exemplifies his artistry and deep understanding of both Classical style and cello technique.

Product Details :

• Publisher : Theodore Presser Company
• Instrumentation : Cello and Piano
• Key : D major
• Language : English
• Product Type : Score and Parts
• Accompaniment : With Piano
• Difficulty : Intermediate to Advanced
• Item Number : 164-00021
• ISBN : 9781598061796
• UPC : 680160035816
• Binding : Softcover
• Pages : 12
• Weight : 0.15 lbs

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法蘭茲・約瑟夫・海頓 : D大調嬉遊曲（中提琴家皮亞蒂高斯基改編）

為現代大提琴與鋼琴改編的古典嬉遊曲

簡介 :
由 Theodore Presser Company 出版的《D大調嬉遊曲（Divertimento in D Major）》，原作為 法蘭茲・約瑟夫・海頓（Franz Joseph Haydn, 1732–1809） 的古典時期作品，經由傳奇大提琴家 格雷戈・皮亞蒂高斯基（Gregor Piatigorsky, 1903–1976） 改編為 大提琴與鋼琴 版本。此改編版保留了海頓原作的古典優雅與結構嚴謹，同時突顯大提琴的抒情特質與溫暖音色。

皮亞蒂高斯基以其深厚的音樂理解力與高超的技巧，將這首作品轉化為兼具教學與舞台演奏價值的經典曲目。作品篇幅適中，音樂清新流暢，是 中級至高級程度演奏者 練習古典樂風與音色控制的理想教材。

此版本包含 總譜與大提琴分譜，排版清晰，極適合音樂會、比賽與教學使用，展現出18世紀古典音樂的純粹之美。

演奏提示 :

演奏時應注重音色透明與句法明確，以展現古典時期的優雅風格。鋼琴伴奏應提供節奏支撐與和聲背景，使大提琴旋律自然流暢。注意動態變化與裝飾音表現，並維持輕盈的運弓方式。

作曲者介紹 :

法蘭茲・約瑟夫・海頓（Franz Joseph Haydn, 1732–1809） 是奧地利古典時期最具代表性的作曲家之一，被譽為「交響曲之父」與「弦樂四重奏之父」。其音樂風格清晰、幽默且富創意，對莫札特與貝多芬等後世巨匠影響深遠。

改編者介紹 :

格雷戈・皮亞蒂高斯基（Gregor Piatigorsky, 1903–1976） 是俄裔美籍大提琴家，以其溫潤的音色與深刻的音樂性著稱。他除演奏外亦擅長改編經典作品，其改編版本兼具忠實與創新，使傳統曲目在大提琴演奏中綻放新生命。

書籍詳細資料 :

• 出版社 : Theodore Presser Company
• 樂器別 : 大提琴與鋼琴
• 調性 : D大調
• 語言 : 英文
• 產品屬性 : 總譜與分譜
• 伴奏 : 含鋼琴伴奏
• 難易程度 : 中級至高級
• Item Number : 164-00021
• ISBN : 9781598061796
• UPC : 680160035816
• 裝訂 : 平裝
• 頁數 : 12
• 重量 : 0.15 磅

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