This volume is an introduction to cello playing by an outstanding recitalist, soloist and teacher of international repute whose natural wish - as a teacher - would be to sing, play and demonstrate what he means. Devoted pupil, Nona Pyron, herself a figure of some authority in the world of the cello, has guided and marshalled William Pleeth's brilliantly perceptive advice - based on his lifetime's playing and teaching - into the confines of this valuable book.

About the Author
William Pleeth was one of the greatest cellists and pedagogues of the 20th Century. Born to a family of professional musicians, he showed great promise at an early age and became a pupil of Herbert Walenn at the London Cello School at the age of ten. He studied for two years with Klengel at Leipzig on a scholarship - the youngest student ever admitted to that programme - and by the time he was 15, he had learnt the Bach Suites, the Piatti Caprices and 32 concertos. He began teaching at the Menuhin School in 1977.

Reviews
'Within these pages, William Pleeth deals with the complex relationships between player and instrument, and the 'architecture' of the music that provides the structure to guide the musician's imagination. He also shares insights into letting the cello speak for itself at the composer's bidding, in a voice appropriate to its musical context. A tutorial chapter is also included, as well as a personal account of the wide repertoire of the cello. This remains a comprehensive guide to the instrument for players and non-players alike.' - The Strad



Book Information
ISBN 9781871082388
Author William Pleeth
Format Paperback
Page Count 304
Imprint Kahn & Averill
Publisher Kahn & Averill
Weight(grams) 400g
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 135mm * 18mm