description Alfredo Casella Cello Concerto Overview
The Cello Concerto by Italian composer Alfredo Casella (1883–1947) is a neoclassical work composed in 1935, reflecting his mature style blending modernism with traditional forms.
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When did Alfredo Casella write his Cello Concerto?
The work is usually dated 1934-1935 and is catalogued as Op. 58. It belongs to Casella's mature period, when his neoclassical writing combined modern sonorities with older formal ideas.
What are the movements of Casella's Cello Concerto?
The three movements are Allegro molto vivace, Largo - Grave, and Presto vivacissimo. The concerto is written for solo cello and orchestra. [Naxos](https://www.naxos.com/CatalogueDetail/?id=8.572416)
Which recording is a good reference for Casella's Cello Concerto?
A 2010 Naxos recording features cellist Andrea Noferini, the Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma, and conductor Francesco La Vecchia. The concerto takes roughly 21 minutes across 3 tracks. [Naxos](https://www.naxos.com/CatalogueDetail/?id=8.572416)
Is Casella's Cello Concerto the same work as his Triple Concerto?
No. The Cello Concerto is Op. 58 for solo cello and orchestra, while the Triple Concerto is Op. 56 from 1933 for piano, violin, cello, and orchestra.
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