Cello Sonata

André Previn is a German-American pianist, conductor, and composer. He is considered one of the most versatile musicians in the world today and is the winner of four Academy Awards for his film work and ten GrammyAwards for his recordings (and one more for his Lifetime Achievement).

Previn wrote Cello Sonata (also known as ‘Sonata For Cello And Piano’) for Yo-Yo Ma, and it was first performed by thecelebrated cellist and the composer in 1993. The sonata in three movements (I. Vivace - Andante espressivo – Allegro; II. Adagio; III. Allegretto – Fast) was recorded as part of the album “From OrdinaryThings”. For advanced (Grade 8+) level players. Total performance time is ca. 30 minutes.