Camille Saint-Saëns : Le Cygne

Subtitle :

extrait du Carnaval des animaux

Introduction :

Soon after its composition in 1886, Camille Saint-Saëns asked Auguste Durand that Le Carnaval des animaux, which he thought of as a parodic fantasia, should only appear in print posthumously. He probably believed that this entertainment would tarnish the seriousness of the rest of his oeuvre. The Carnaval was therefore published in February 1922, two months after the composer’s death. Nevertheless the composer contravened the restrictions he had imposed: in 1886 Charles-Joseph Lebouc obtained the authorization to make and publish a transcription for piano and cello of the penultimate piece in this musical bestiary: no.13, "Le Cygne". This arrangement, which became a bravura piece for cello, was an immense success each listener compelled to imagine a majestic swan gliding across a lake , a success which Saint-Saëns was 'obliged' to accept.

Product Features :

Essential Cello Encore Piece: 'Le Cygne' (The Swan) is arguably the most beloved and iconic piece in the entire cello repertoire, essential for all intermediate to advanced cellists for recitals, encores, and examinations.
Focus on Tone and Expression: The piece serves as a perfect vehicle for developing expressive playing, demanding a sustained, singing tone and fluid bow control to capture the image of the majestic swan gliding across the water.
Authentic Historical Transcription: This arrangement is based on the authoritative transcription for cello and piano made by Charles-Joseph Lebouc, the version that achieved immense success during Saint-Saëns' lifetime.
High-Quality Edition: Published by Editions Durand, this edition ensures reliable and clear notation for both the cello part (included as a separate pull-out part) and the piano accompaniment.

Performance Tips :

Maintain Fluidity and Legato: The melody must be played with an absolutely seamless legato. Ensure that bow changes are virtually imperceptible, mimicking the smooth, continuous motion of a swan.
Utilize Expressive Vibrato: Use a warm, controlled, and consistent vibrato to bring depth and intensity to the long notes of the melodic line, avoiding any harsh or thin sounds.
Focus on the Piano's Texture: The piano part provides the foundation and atmosphere, representing the ripples of the water. The cellist must listen closely to the steady, undulating accompaniment to ensure perfect rhythmic coordination.
Control Dynamics for Drama: Pay attention to subtle dynamic shifts (crescendi and diminuendi) to build tension and release, adding emotional weight without disrupting the overall tranquil character.

About the Composer :

Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921) was a French composer, organist, conductor, and pianist of the Romantic era. Although he originally restricted 'Le Carnaval des animaux' (from which 'Le Cygne' is taken) to posthumous publication, this piece quickly became one of his most recognized and celebrated works.

Song List :

• Le Cygne (The Swan)

Product Details :

• Composer : Camille Saint-Saëns
• Publisher : Editions Durand
• Edition Number : DF 01668300
• ISMN : 9790044095117
• Item Number : DF 01668300
• Format : Book and Part(s)
• Page Count : 10

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Camille Saint-Saëns : Le Cygne

副標題 :

動物狂歡節選曲

內容簡介 :

在 1886 年完成創作後不久，卡米爾·聖桑（Camille Saint-Saëns）便要求奧古斯特·杜蘭（Auguste Durand）將他認為是諷刺性幻想曲的《動物狂歡節》只在其死後出版。他可能認為這部娛樂作品會損害他其他嚴肅作品的聲譽。因此，《動物狂歡節》於作曲家逝世兩個月後的 1922 年 2 月才得以出版。然而，作曲家卻違反了他自己設定的限制：1886 年，Charles-Joseph Lebouc 獲得授權，對這部音樂動物寓言集的倒數第二首曲子——第 13 首 'Le Cygne'（天鵝）——進行了鋼琴與大提琴的改編並出版。這個改編版本成為了大提琴的炫技曲，取得了巨大的成功，讓每一位聽眾都彷彿看到了天鵝在湖面上優雅滑行，聖桑也'被迫'接受了這一成功。

產品特點 :

大提琴必備安可曲： 'Le Cygne'（天鵝）可說是整個大提琴曲目中 最受喜愛且最具代表性 的作品，是所有中級到高級大提琴家進行獨奏會、安可曲和考試的必備曲目。
專注於音色與表現力： 這首曲子是發展表現力的絕佳載體，要求演奏者以持續、如歌的音色和流暢的運弓控制，來捕捉天鵝在水面滑行的雄偉形象。
權威的歷史改編版本： 此改編版基於 Charles-Joseph Lebouc 為大提琴與鋼琴所作的權威改編，即聖桑生前獲得巨大成功的版本。
高品質樂譜版本： 由 Editions Durand 出版，保證了清晰可靠的記譜，包括大提琴分譜（作為單獨拉出頁提供）和鋼琴伴奏譜。

演奏提示 :

保持流動性與連奏： 旋律必須以絕對無縫的連奏來演奏。確保換弓幾乎察覺不到，以模仿天鵝 平滑、連續的動作。
運用富有表現力的揉弦： 對於旋律線中的長音，使用溫暖、受控且一致的揉弦，為其帶來深度和張力，避免任何刺耳或單薄的聲音。
專注於鋼琴的織體： 鋼琴部分提供了基礎和氛圍，代表著水面的漣漪。大提琴家必須仔細聆聽穩定、起伏的伴奏，以確保完美的節奏協調。
控制力度以增加戲劇性： 注意細微的力度變化（漸強和漸弱），以營造張力與釋放，在不破壞整體寧靜特性的前提下，增加情感份量。

作曲家介紹 :

卡米爾·聖桑（Camille Saint-Saëns, 1835-1921）是浪漫主義時期的法國作曲家、管風琴家、指揮家和鋼琴家。儘管他最初限制《動物狂歡節》（選自本曲）在其死後出版，但這首曲子迅速成為他最受認可和讚譽的作品之一。

收錄曲目 : 

• Le Cygne (天鵝)

書籍詳細資料 :

• 作曲 : Camille Saint-Saëns
• 出版社 : Editions Durand
• 版號 : DF 01668300
• ISMN : 9790044095117
• 商品編號 : DF 01668300
• 裝訂形式 : Book and Part(s)
• 頁數 : 10

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