Appendix 2: Other works for cello and orchestra (Composers A-F)
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This is a list of non-concerto works for cello and orchestra/ensemble by composers who did not write a cello concerto. For composers who also wrote one or more cello concertos (including those for multiple cellos), such works are mentioned in the composer’s entry in the alphabetical listing, and they are not included here. When this project was first published the original version of this appendix was chronological and selective, and included only relatively major works that could be heard: that Appendix may be found here. In the present list, if no recording is mentioned then this means that we have to date been unable to identify one. Links to performances on the internet are provided for such works, where available.
Composers A-F
Abbasov, Ashraf (1920-1992) was an Azerbaijani composer who wrote a Poem for cello and orchestra in 1951. A piano reduction can be heard on YouTube played by Paskal Krapovski.
Abdel Wahab, Mohammed (1902-1991) was an Egyptian singer and composer who wrote Han el Wed for cello and orchestra. This can be heard on YouTube played by Emad Ashour.
Abrahamsen, Hans (b.1952) is a Danish composer who wrote Lied in Fall for cello and thirteen instruments in 1987. This has been recorded by Christopher van Kampen for Dacapo.
Achron, Joseph (1886-1943) was a Russian-born American composer and violinist who wrote two works for cello and orchestra (or piano): Hazzan (1912) and Fragment mystique sur un theme hébraique (1917). Both have been recorded with piano accompaniment, the former on LP by Michael Rudiakov for Musique Internationale and the latter on CD by Gregory Hamilton for Soundset Recordings - this can also be heard on YouTube.
Adaskin, Murray (1906-2002) was a Canadian composer, conductor and violinist who wrote an Adagio for cello and orchestra in 1973 (see page 39, folder 44).
Adebiyi, Feyi is a British pianist and composer based in China who wrote a symphony for cello and orchestra that may be heard on YouTube.
Adčs, Thomas (b.1971) is a British composer who arranged his Lieux retrouvés for cello and small orchestra in 2016. Originally for cello and piano, and recorded in that format by the dedicatee Steven Isserlis for Hyperion, the orchestral version has recently been recorded by Tomas Nuńez for Ondine.
Adolphus, Milton (1913-1988) was an American pianist and composer who wrote an Interlude for cello and chamber orchestra in 1953.
Adomián, Lan (1905-1979) was a Ukrainian-born Mexican composer who wrote Soledades (Version 1) for cello and orchestra in 1962.
Aguirre, Julián (1868-1924) was an Argentine composer who wrote a Serenata for cello and orchestra in 1910.
Ahrold, Frank (1931-1989) was an American composer and pianist who wrote a Suite for cello and orchestra in 1981. The inventory of his papers linked above indicates that he also orchestrated a cello concerto in D minor by Grace Vamos.
Akses, Necil Kazım (1908-1999) was a Turkish composer who wrote Sinfonia Romanesca Fantasia for cello and large orchestra (his Symphony No.4) in 1984. This has been recorded by Ali Doğan for Hungaroton and may be heard on YouTube. He also wrote two other works for cello and orchestra: Poem (1946) and Idyll (1981), both of which can be heard on YouTube respectively played by Doğan Cangal and Hayreddin Hoca.
Alawad, Basilius (b.1994) is a Syrian cellist and composer based in Germany who wrote an Arabesque for cello and orchestra in 2022 that he may be heard playing on YouTube.
Albin, Roger (1920-2001) was a French cellist and composer who wrote a concertino for cello and orchestra which was published in 1970.
Aldag, Richard (b.1955) is an American composer who wrote an Elegy for cello and chamber orchestra in 2004 that may be heard on YouTube played by Matt Haimovitz.
Alhamwy, Shalan (b.1982) is a Syrian-born composer and violinist based in Belgium who wrote Reminiscenza for cello and string orchestra that was premiered in 2019. It may be heard on SoundCloud played by Athil Hamdan.
Allanbrook, Douglas (1921-2003) was an American composer, pianist and harpsichordist who wrote Concert Music for cello and strings in 1953.
Almashi, Zoltan (b.1975) is a Ukrainian composer and cellist who wrote Interactions for cello and chamber orchestra, and can be heard playing it on YouTube.
Alpaerts, Flor (1876-1954) was a Belgian composer and conductor who wrote Serenata for cello and orchestra in 1936.
Alvarado Bonilla, Daniel (b.1985) is a Colombian composer who wrote Los Senderos se Bifurcan for cello and ensemble in 2016. The premiere played by Cameron Crozman may be heard on SoundCloud.
Ammann, Dieter (b.1962) is a Swiss composer and musician who wrote Violation for cello and ensemble in 1999. This has been recorded by the Ensemble für Neue Musik Zürich (soloist uncredited) for HatHut records. A live performance can be heard on YouTube played by Karolina Öhman.
Amosov, Fedor (b.1988) is a Russian cellist and composer who wrote Weeping over rays of rain for cello and orchestra and can be heard playing the work on YouTube.
Andersen, Bo (b.1963) is a Danish composer and organist who wrote a symphony for cello and orchestra.
Andriessen, Cornelis (1865-1947) was a Dutch composer (and uncle of Hendrik Andriessen - see below) who wrote Variations on a Norwegian Folk Song for cello and orchestra.
Andriessen, Hendrik (1892-1981) was a Dutch composer who wrote Canzona for cello and strings in 1965 and a concertino for cello and orchestra in 1970. Both works have been recorded by Michael Müller, made available on Brilliant Classics and can be heard on YouTube via the links above.
Antonini, Alfredo (1901-1983) was an Italian-born American conductor and composer who wrote a Suite for cello and orchestra. He also arranged Ernest Bloch's Prayer in From Jewish Life for cello and orchestra.
Anvik, Ginge (b.1970) is a composer born in Japan to Norwegian parents, known primarily for his film music. He wrote Ostinat for cello and orchestra based on a piece for the film De naermeste (The Closest). It has been recorded by Audun Sandvik for Lawo Classics and may be heard on YouTube.
Aperghis, Georges (b.1945) is a Greek composer who wrote Bloody Luna for cello and ensemble in 2004 (see page 43). This was premiered by Sonia Wieder-Atherton and may be heard on YouTube played by Nikolay Shugaev.
Appleton, Jon (1939-2022) was an American composer and pioneer in electro-acoustic music who wrote a Fantasy for cello and string orchestra in 2007. This has been recorded by Alexander Zagorinsky for Phoenicia Publishing Montreal and can be heard on YouTube.
Arányi-Aschner, Georg (1923-2018) was a Hungarian-born Austrian composer and musician who wrote the following works for cello and orchestra: Variationen (1961), a poem called Schwanengesang (1995), and a suite of folksongs from Burgenland decidated to the Raabtaler Jugendorchester (1996).
Ardévol, José (1911-1981) was a Spanish-born Cuban composer and pianist who wrote Variaciones sinfónicas for cello and orchestra in 1951.
Arnell, Richard (1917-2009) was an English composer who wrote a Divertimento Concertante for cello and string orchestra in 1961. This has been recorded by Aleksei Kiseliov for Dutton Epoch.
Arnič, Blaž (1901-1970) was a Slovenian composer who wrote a Pastoral Symphonic Poem for cello and orchestra in 1960.
Arnold, Carl (1794-1873) was a German-born Norwegian composer who wrote a Fantasy for cello and orchestra (see page 8).
Arrieu, Claude (aka Louise-Marie Simon) (1903-1990) was a French composer who wrote Prélude et Scherzo for cello and ensemble in 1967 (see page 3).
Arutiunian, Alexander (1920-2012) was a Soviet and Armenian composer who wrote an Impromptu for cello and orchestra which was performed in Sofia in 1953 and can be heard on YouTube played by Narek Hakhnazaryan. He also wrote a concertino for cello and orchestra in 1976, and a Poem for the same forces in 1974. The concertino may be heard on YouTube played by Alexander Rudin.
Ashmore, Lawrence (1928-2013) was a British orchestrator and composer who wrote Diversions for cello and orchestra.
Assis Republicano, Antônio de (1897-1960) was a Brazilian composer and bassoonist who wrote Improviso Sobre um Tema Brasileiro for cello and orchestra.
Atilla, Can (b.1969) is a Turkish composer and violinist whose symphony No.2 Gallipoli - The 57th Regiment has the first two movements scored for solo cello and orchestra, and the fourth movement scored for cello, soprano and orchestra. It has been recorded by Onur Şenler for Naxos and may be heard on YouTube.
Aubin, Tony (1907-1981) was a French composer and conductor who wrote Cantilčne variée for cello and orchestra in 1940.
Augustyn, Rafał (b.1951) is a Polish composer who wrote A linea, fourteen variations for cello and string orchestra in 1995.
Ayres, Richard (b.1965) is a British composer who wrote Two Pieces for cello and ensemble in 2003 which were premiered by Paul Widner. He also wrote a NONcerto for orchestra, cello and high soprano, and a version of this for slightly amplified cello, high soprano and orchestra in 2001. Both versions were premiered by Anton Lukoszewieze in that year.
Baars, Marcel (b.1956) is a Dutch composer who wrote a rhapsody for cello and wind ensemble called Conquistador in 1989 that may be heard on YouTube played by Roeland Duyne.
Bach, Johann Sebastian (1685-1750) did not write a cello concerto. However, six of his concertos have been transcribed for cello piccolo with strings and/or continuo by Mario Brunello (1-5) and Riccardo Doni (6): (1) harpsichord concerto BWV 1054, (2) harpsichord concerto BWV 972, (3) violin/oboe concerto, BWV 1056R, (4) harpsichord concerto, BWV 974, (5) oboe d'amore concerto, BWV 1055R, and (6) Italian concerto, BWV 971. These transcriptions have all been recorded by Mario Brunello for Arcana and may be heard on YouTube. Bach's cantatas BWV 248/4, BWV 146 and BWV 35 have been rebuilt into a cello concerto by Italian conductor Roberto Zarpellon. The concerto may be heard on YouTube performed by Francesco Galligioni in 2016. Bach's concerto for organ BWV 593, after a concerto by Vivaldi (from L'Estro Armonico Op.3 No.8), has been arranged for cello and strings by the composer Joachim F. W. Schneider. This was commissioned by Sol Gabetta who gave the premiere in 2013.
Bach, Karl F. (b.1934) is an American musician and composer who wrote a Romance for cello and orchestra. The premiere played by Pamela Roberts in October 2023 may be heard on YouTube.
Bachelet, Alfred Georges (1864-1944) was a French composer who wrote three pieces for cello with orchestral forces: Počme (1895), Deux pičces inséparables (Barcarolle nocturne et Petite histoire - 1928), and Lamento (1935).
Bades, Paul (1860-1910) was a French conductor, composer and flautist who wrote Lamento for cello and orchestra which was published in 1907.
Baervoets, Raymond (1930-1989) was a Belgian composer who wrote Improvisations concertantes for cello and nineteen instruments in 1962.
Bailey, Judith (b.1941) is a Cornish composer who wrote a concerto for orchestra in 1996 in which a solo cello part links the various sections of the work. This has been recorded by Miriam Lowbury for EM Records.
Bŕlan, Joan (1892-1947) was a Romanian composer who wrote a Capriccio for cello and chamber orchestra that was dedicated to Gaspar Cassadó and published in 1931.
Balendonck, Armand (1893-1956) was a Belgian composer, violinist and conductor based in the United States who wrote a Poem for cello and orchestra in 1938.
Ballon, Séverine (b.1980) is a French cellist and composer who wrote au travers des paupičres closes (through closed eyelids) for cello and ensemble in 2020 and may be heard playing it on YouTube. She also wrote Surimpressions (2021) and temps étendus (2022), both for cello and electronics.
Balmer, Luc (Lukas Emanuel) (1898-1996) was a Swiss composer who wrote a concertino for cello and small orchestra in 1954.
Baltakas, Vykintas (b.1972) is a Lithuanian composer based in Germany who arranged his work Commentum for cello and orchestra in 2016. The premiere can be heard on YouTube played by Francesco Dillon. He also wrote Spicules II for cello and string orchestra in 2023.
Balyozov, Roumen (1949-2019) was a Bulgarian cellist and composer who wrote Memorial 78 for cello and percussion sextet in 1978. This may be heard on YouTube played by Russi Dragnev.
Bantock, Granville (1868-1946) was a British composer who wrote a Sapphic Poem for cello and orchestra in 1909 that has been recorded by Julian Lloyd Webber for Hyperion. He also wrote three other works for cello and orchestra: Elegiac Poem (1899), Celtic Poem (1916) and Dramatic Poem (1941). These do not appear to have been recorded in their orchestral form but the version of Elegiac Poem for cello and piano has been recorded by Andrew Fuller for Dutton. This work can be heard in the orchestral version on the Internet Archive played by “Holmes” (presumably Edward Holmes).
Barbosa, Arthur (b.1965) is a Brazilian composer, conductor and violinist who wrote Variaçőes para violoncelo e orquestra sobre um tema de Matos Rodriguez. The premiere played by Raďff Dantas Barreto in 2018 may be heard on YouTube.
Bargiel, Woldemar (1828-1897) was a German composer (and half-brother of Clara Schumann) who wrote an Adagio for cello and orchestra in 1871. This has been recorded by Steven Isserlis for RCA and can be heard on YouTube.
Barlow, David (1927-1975) was a British composer who wrote Variations on a Melancholy Theme for cello and strings which was premiered by Joan Dickson in the 1960s.
Baron, Maurice (1889-1964) was a French-born American composer, mostly of film music, who wrote an Elegie for cello (or violin) and orchestra which was published in 1921.
Bartel, Hans-Christian (1932-2014) was a German violist and composer who arranged his Konzertstück for cello and chamber orchestra in 1990. This has been recorded by Jürnjakob Timm for ITM (note that it is incorrectly described as a concerto on the linked page - see back cover of the disc which is correct).
Bartók, Béla (1881-1945) was a Hungarian composer whose viola concerto was incomplete at the time of his death. It has been arranged by Tibor Serly for cello. This was first recorded by János Starker for RCA, and since by Yo-Yo Ma on Sony and Raphael Wallfisch on Nimbus.
Bartolomey, Matthias (b.1985) is an Austrian cellist and composer who wrote Die Wellen (The Waves) for cello and string orchestra that he premiered in 2023. A short excerpt from it may be heard on Facebook.
Bartosch Edström, Carin (b.1965) is a Swedish composer and author who wrote Luce promessa for cello and orchestra in 1996 which was premiered by Gudmund Ingwall.
Battistoni, Andrea (b.1987) is an Italian composer, cellist and conductor who wrote a concertino for cello and orchestra in 2013.
Bauckholt, Carola (b.1959) is a German composer who wrote Brunnen for cello and orchestra in 2013. This was premiered by Francesco Dillon and may be heard on YouTube played by Séverine Ballon.
Bauer, Andrzej (b.1962) is a Polish cellist and composer (and son of the composer Jerzy) who wrote Cello Rulez for cello and chamber orchestra in 2002. He can be heard playing the premiere on SoundCloud.
Baumann, Herbert (1925-2020) was a German composer and conductor who wrote Once I Lov'd a Maiden Fair. Variationen über ein englisches Volkslied for cello and string orchestra in 1966 that has been recorded by Dávid Adorján for Vogt & Fritz Sound.
Baur, Jürg (1918-2010) was a German composer who wrote Four Portraits for cello and orchestra in 1972, and a concertant suite for cello and orchestra in 2001.
Bazelon, Irwin (1922-1995) was an American composer who wrote Entre Nous for cello and orchestra in 1992. This has been recorded by Dorothy Lawson for Albany and a substantial excerpt can be heard on YouTube.
Bazzini, Antonio (1818-1897) was an Italian violinist and composer who wrote a Konzertstücke for cello and orchestra that was premiered in 1893 and may be heard on YouTube played by Rudolf Metzmacher.
Bean, Alison is a British composer who wrote Quodlibet for solo cello and string quartet around 1999 that may be heard on SoundCloud played by her husband John Bean.
Beaufils, Olivier (b.1968) is a French composer who wrote Adagio-Thema for cello and orchestra in 2001. The Thema from this for solo cello has been recorded for ein_klang records by an uncredited cellist and can be heard on Open Spotify.
Becker, Frank William (b.1944) is an American composer who wrote Canticle: To Do No Harm for cello and orchestra in 2020 that may be heard on SoundCloud with the cellist uncredited.
Bedusenko, Sergey (b.1952) is a Ukrainian composer, poet and pianist who wrote Ave Maria, a poem for cello and string orchestra in 2001. This can be heard on YouTube played by Oleksander Piriev.
Beethoven, Ludwig van (1770-1827) wrote two well-known Romances for violin and orchestra which have been arranged for cello and orchestra by Daniel Müller-Schott, and recorded by him for Orfeo. His cello sonata No.3 has been arranged for cello and strings by American conductor and cellist Nicholas Hersh (b.1988). The first movement played by Hersh may be heard on YouTube.
Beischer-Matyó, Tamás (b.1972) is a Hungarian composer who wrote a Suite concertante for cello and string orchestra in 2008 that can be heard via the link above played by Richárd Rózsa.
Bella, Máté (b.1985) is a Hungarian composer who wrote Chuang Tzu's Dream for cello and ensemble in 2008. This can be heard on YouTube (cellist uncredited).
Bellamy, Mary (b.1971) is a British composer who wrote Within Dreams for cello and 14 instruments in 2005 that was premiered by Anssi Karttunen.
Bellini, François (1842-1910) was an Italian musician, cantor and composer based in Monaco who wrote Sous les palmiers for cello and chamber orchestra.
Bembinow, Miłosz (b.1978) is a Polish composer who wrote Six Pictures for cello and string orchestra in 1999. A short excerpt may be heard on the composer's website played by Maria Kulowska.
Ben Salah, Aymen Aziz is a Tunisian pianist and composer who wrote a Rondo for cello and orchestra that may be heard on YouTube with the cellist uncredited.
Bennett, Richard Rodney (1936-2012) was an English composer of film, TV and concert music and a jazz pianist who wrote Sonnets to Orpheus for cello and orchestra in 1979 which was premiered by Heinrich Schiff. He also wrote Reflections on a Scottish Folk Song for cello and string orchestra in 2004 which was premiered and recorded by Paul Watkins for Chandos.
Berdović, Vladimir (1906-1980) was a Croatian composer who wrote In modo antico for cello and orchestra in 1947.
Beretta, Marco (b.1970) is an Italian conductor and composer who wrote Elegia for cello and orchestra in 2022. This can be heard on YouTube (cellist uncredited).
Berio, Luciano (1925-2003) was an Italian composer who wrote Ritorno degli snovidenia (The Return of Dreams) for cello and thirty instruments in 1977. This has been recorded by Erling Blöndal Bengtsson for Danacord and Pierre Strauch for Sony.
Berkahn, Samuel James (b.1999) is a New Zealand composer who wrote Tango for cello and orchestra in 2015.
Bernard, Emile (1843-1902) was a French composer and organist who wrote Andante et rondo for cello and orchestra in 1886.
Berner, Friedrich Wilhelm (1780-1827) was a German church musician who wrote a Divertissemento for cello and large orchestra.
Bernheim, Marcel (1883-after 1967) was a French chemist and composer whose arrangement of Crépuscule for cello and orchestra was published in 1923.
Bernstein, Leonard (1918-1990) arranged Three Meditations for cello and orchestra from Mass in 1977 for Mstislav Rostropovich who recorded the work for DG (and Profil). It has also been recorded by Anthony Ross for Reference Recordings and Yo-Yo Ma for C major on DVD. The work can also be seen and heard on YouTube played by Giovanni Sollima.
Bianchi, Oscar (b.1975) is an Italian-Swiss composer who wrote Celeste discontinuitŕ for cello and string orchestra in 2014. Excerpts from the premiere played by Jean-Marie Trotereau can be heard on SoundCloud via the above link.
Biarent, Adolphe (1871-1916) was a Belgian composer and cellist who wrote Deux sonnets pour violoncelle et orchestre - d'aprčs José-Maria de Hérédia in 1913. The work has been recorded by Luc Dewez for Cypres and the first sonnet, called Le Réveil d'un dieu, may be heard on YouTube.
Bień, Mateusz (b.1968) is a Polish composer and sound engineer who wrote a concertino for cello, chamber orchestra and electronic layer in 2008.
Bird, Arthur Homer (1856-1923) was an American composer mostly based in Germany who wrote a piece for cello and chamber orchestra which was published in 1885.
Biscione, Federico (b.1965) is an Italian composer who wrote Mozart. A Biography for cello and orchestra in 2006. This can be heard on YouTube played by Horst-Rüdiger Zakowsky.
Bjarnason, Daníel (b.1979) is an Icelandic composer and conductor who wrote Bow to string for multi-layered cellos in 2010 and made a version for cello and orchestra in 2011. The original version was recorded by Sćunn Thorsteinsdóttir for Bedroom Community and a revision of the orchestral version made in 2022 was recorded by Jakob Kullberg for Dacapo.
Bláha, Ivo (1936-2023) was a Czech composer who wrote a Passacaglia on a theme by J.S. Bach for cello and string orchestra in 2009. The premiere can be heard on YouTube played by Michal Kaňka.
Blake, Christopher (b.1949) is a New Zealand composer who wrote We all fall down for cello and orchestra in 1996. This has been recorded on the Atoll label and can be heard on YouTube with the cellist uncredited.
Blancafort, Manuel (1897-1987) was a Catalan composer who wrote Rapsňdia catalana for cello and orchestra in 1953.
Blauth, Breno (1931-1993) was a Brazilian composer who wrote Elegia for cello and orchestra in 1973.
Blazy, Hélčne (b.1965) is a French composer and violinist who wrote a Počme for cello and orchestra that was premiered in 2012. This has been recorded for Nuncius Music with the cellist uncredited, and can also be heard on YouTube played by Hristo Tanev.
Bloch, André (1873-1960) was a French composer who wrote a Suite palestinienne subtitled Les Derničres Paroles du Christ en croix for cello and orchestra in 1948. This has been recorded by Guy Fallot for Cascavelle. He also wrote Les maisons d'éternité, croquis d'orient for cello and orchestra in 1950.
Bloch, Ernest (1880-1959) was a Swiss-born American composer who wrote Schelomo, a Hebrew rhapsody for cello and orchestra in 1916. Notable recordings reviewed on MusicWeb International include those by Zara Nelsova with the composer and also under Maurice Abravanel, and by Natalie Clein and Raphael Wallfisch. The last two of these discs include Voice in the Wilderness for cello and orchestra which dates from 1936. Bloch also wrote a symphony for cello and orchestra in 1954 that has been recorded by Raphael Wallfisch for cpo. Five short works by Bloch have been arranged for cello and orchestra, and feature on a recording by Yuli Turovsky for Chandos: Prayer, Supplication, Jewish Song, Nigun and Méditation Hebraďque. The first was arranged by Alfredo Antonini and the rest by Peter Purich. The first three of the works were originally Three Sketches From Jewish Life for cello and piano dating from 1925.
Bodrov, Kuzma (b.1980) is a Kyrgyz composer who wrote an Elegy for cello and orchestra that was premiered by Felix Korobov in July 2023.
Boeck, August de (1865-1937) was a Belgian composer who wrote Cantilčne for cello and chamber orchestra in 1936. This has been recorded by Didier Poskin for Phaedra and can be heard on YouTube.
Boëllmann, Léon (1862-1897) was a French composer who wrote Variations Symphoniques for cello and orchestra in 1893. This has been recorded by Paul Tortelier for EMI and Marc Coppey for Audite, and the latter may be heard on YouTube.
Boer, Eduard de (b.1957) is a Dutch composer who wrote a cello concertino on a Dutch folk tune in 1980 and Nigun for cello and orchestra in 1987.
Bœuf, Georges (1937-2020) was a French composer and saxophonist who wrote Oů il est question d'un coucher de soleil for cello and orchestra in 1989.
Bogusławski, Edward (1940-2003) was a Polish composer who wrote an Elegia for cello and orchestra in 1994.
Boháč, Josef (1929-2006) was a Czech composer who wrote an Elegy for cello and chamber orchestra in 1969. This has been recorded by Jaroslav Chovanec for Panton and may be heard on YouTube.
Boisdeffre, René de (1838-1906) was a French composer who wrote Ręverie for viola d'amore (or violin, or viola, or cello) and string orchestra with harp or piano around 1890. A performance on the viola d'amore may be heard on YouTube.
Bokes, Vladimír (1946-2024) was a Slovakian cellist and composer who wrote a concertino for cello and chamber ensemble in 2012 that has been recorded by Andrej Gál for Music Fund Slovakia and may be heard on YouTube.
Boldemann, Laci (1921-1969) was a Swedish composer of German and Finnish descent who wrote a Fantasia concertante for cello and orchestra in 1954. This was recorded on LP by Gunnar Norrby for Fermat.
Bolognini, Ennio (1893-1979) was an Argentine-born American cellist who led a remarkably interesting life. Amongst his compositions is the single page Preghiera de un violoncello with the handwritten score indicating an intended orchestral introduction. The work can be heard on YouTube played by Christine Walevska with piano accompaniment.
Boni, Pietro Giuseppe Gaetano (1686-1741) was an Italian composer who wrote Largo e Allegro for cello and orchestra according to the link above. This may be same work listed as Largo ed Allegro alla Francese for cello and continuo in the Petrucci Music Library.
Bonitz, Matthias (b.1951) is a German double-bassist and composer who wrote a tone poem for cello and orchestra called Siddharta after Hermann Hesse. This was premiered in 2002 and has been recorded by Julius Berger for ebs.
Boorn-Coclet, Henriëtte van den (1866-1945) was a Belgian composer who wrote Vers l'infini for cello and orchestra.
Bordier, Jules (1846-1896) was a French composer and pianist who wrote Suite fantaisiste. Air d'église for cello and orchestra which was published in 1893.
Borradori, Pietro (b.1965) is an Italian composer and pianist who wrote Opus Alexandrinum for cello and ensemble in 1992 that has been recorded by Bryndis Halla Gylfadóttir for Dischi Ricordi.
Břrresen, Hakon (1876-1954) was a Danish composer who wrote a Romance for cello and orchestra in 1903. This has been recorded by Henrik Brendstrup and made available on Naxos.
Bortnowski, Marcin (b.1972) is a Polish composer who wrote Expectancy for cello and chamber orchestra in 2016.
Bortz, Alfred (1882-1969) was a German composer who wrote a Ballade for cello and orchestra.
Bosmans, Arthur (Arturo) (1908-1991) was a Belgian-born Brazilian conductor and composer who wrote a Romance for cello and chamber orchestra. This may be heard on YouTube played by Cláudio Urgel.
Bosso, Ezio (1971-2020) was an Italian composer and pianist who wrote a symphony No.1 for cello and orchestra called Oceans. This has been recorded by Relja Lukic for Sony and may be heard on YouTube. He also arranged the first movement for cello and strings only, and wrote an Adagio for cello and orchestra. Bosso also wrote Sea Prayer (sea song No.2) for cello and strings, and Before the Sea for cello and orchestra, both of which have been recorded by Claudia Ravetto for Sony.
Boulnois, Joseph (1884-1918) was a French organist and composer who wrote a suite for cello and orchestra.
Bourdon, Rosario (1885-1961) was a Canadian-born American cellist, conductor and composer who wrote a Počme élégiaque for cello and orchestra in 1943. This was recorded by Alain Aubut for CBC Records.
Bowen, York (1884-1961) was a British composer who wrote a Rhapsody for cello and orchestra in about 1924 for Beatrice Harrison. This is a substantial work lasting 24 minutes that was recorded by Raphael Wallfisch for Dutton Epoch and may be heard on YouTube.
Boyle, Ina (1889-1967) was an Irish composer who wrote two works for cello and orchestra: an Elegy in 1913, and a Psalm in 1927. Both have been recorded by Nadčge Rochat, respectively for Ars Produktion and Dutton.
Braga, Antônio Francisco (1868-1945) was a Brazilian composer whose Pričre for cello and piano of 1896 was performed with string orchestral accompaniment by Oswaldo Allioni in 1925.
Bragato, José (1915-2017) was an Italian-born Argentine cellist, conductor and composer who wrote A un amigo for cello and string orchestra. A performance may be heard on Daily Motion. He also wrote Graciela y Buenos Aires, a Tango for cello and strings that has been recorded for Dorian Recordings (cellist uncredited) and may be heard on YouTube.
Brahms, Johannes (1833-1897) wrote a double concerto for violin, cello and orchestra in 1887 which is firmly established in the concert repertoire and has often been recorded. The work has been adapted for cello and orchestra by Cord Garben, and this version was premiered in 2004 by Alexander Ivashkin. Brahms' Lullaby has also been arranged for two cellos, harp and strings by Lucas Richman.
Branco, Luís de Freitas (1890-1955) was a Portuguese composer who wrote Cena lírica for cello and orchestra in 1916. This has been recorded by Bruno Borralhinho for Naxos.
Brand, Theo (1925-2016) was a German composer and organist who wrote Cinque Pezzi for cello and string orchestra in 1989. An excerpt from a version for viola and orchestra may be heard on YouTube played by Simon Burzin.
Brandts Buys, Jan (1868-1933) was a Dutch-Austrian composer who wrote a concert piece for cello and small orchestra called Tancred in 1916.
Brantingham, Jon (b.1984) is an American film composer who wrote a brief concertino for cello and string quintet that may be heard on SoundCloud played by Armen Ksajikian.
Brass, Nikolaus (b.1949) is a German composer who wrote a capriccio for cello and small orchestra called For Tilling in 2018. This was premiered by and has been recorded by Peter Tilling for Neos.
Breiner, Peter (b.1957) is a Slovakian composer, conductor and pianist who wrote a version of Lurking of a Purple Demon for cello and strings. The premiere of the work from 2013 played by Jozef Luptak may be heard on YouTube.
Bremer, Daniel (b. c.1946) is an American pianist who wrote a Serenade for cello and orchestra that may be heard on YouTube in a computer-generated performance.
Brero, Julio César (Giulio Cesare) (1908-1973) was an Italian-born Argentine composer who wrote a concertino for cello and small orchestra in 1947 that was performed by Adolfo Odnoposoff in 1952 (see page 60).
Brettingham Smith, Jolyon (1949-2008) was a British composer, conductor and radio presenter mainly active in Germany who wrote Approaches to Dun Aengus for cello and orchestra in 1985.
Bréville, Pierre de (1861-1949) was a French composer who wrote Tęte de Kenwark, a lyrical scene for cello and orchestra after a poem by Leconte de Lisle.
Briggs, Kendall Durelle (b.1959) is an American composer, pianist and author who wrote a rhapsody for cello and orchestra called ... a riveder le stelle that was premiered in 1980 and may be heard on SoundCloud with the cellist uncredited.
Britten, Benjamin (1913-1976) wrote his four movement cello symphony in 1963 for Mstislav Rostropovich whose premiere in Moscow was recorded by EMI. There are many other recordings, including those by Raphael Wallfisch for Chandos, Johannes Moser for Hänssler and Alban Gerhardt for Hyperion.
Brockway, Howard (1870-1951) was an American composer who wrote a Suite for cello and orchestra in 1908.
Broeckx, Jan P.K. (1880-1966) was a Belgian composer who wrote Praeludium for cello and orchestra.
Bromboszcz, Stanisław (b.1980) is a Polish composer who wrote Metamorphoses for cello and chamber ensemble in 2004, and Images for cello and electronics in 2009. Both works have been recorded by Bartosz Koziak for Dux (the former work is translated here as Transformations).
Broom, Chris is a British composer, lyricist and producer who wrote The Freeze for cello and orchestra. This was recorded in 2013 by Richard Harwood for Cavendish Records and may be heard on YouTube.
Brott, Alexander (1915-2005) was a Canadian conductor, composer and violinist who wrote two works for cello and orchestra: Arabesque (1957) and Evocative Provocations (1975).
Brown, Michael Stephen (b.1987) is an American composer and pianist who wrote Vortex for cello and strings in 2022. This was premiered by Nicholas Canellakis in 2023 and he may be heard playing it on YouTube.
Bruch, Max (1838-1920) was a German composer who wrote Kol Nidrei in 1880. Lasting about 10 minutes, this is one of the of the most frequently recorded pieces for cello and orchestra. Pablo Casals recorded it in 1936; modern versions reviewed on MusicWeb International include those by Natalie Clein and Alisa Weilerstein. Bruch also wrote three other works for cello and orchestra: Canzone (1891), Adagio on Celtic Themes (1891) and Ave Maria (1892). All four works have been recorded by Julius Berger for ebs and Friedrich Kleinhapl for Ars Produktion. The latter disc also includes an arrangement by the cellist of Bruch's Romance for viola and orchestra for the cello.
Bruchmann, Klaus-Peter (1932-2017) was a German composer who wrote a concertino for cello and winds. This has been recorded, presumably by Edgar Gredler, for Thomi-Berg (tracks 12-15 correspond to the movement titles given here) and he may be heard playing it on YouTube.
Brunetti, Gaetano (Cayetano) (1744-1798) was an Italian composer and violinist (and father of Francisco Brunetti) active in Spain whose Symphony No.33 El Maniatico from 1780 is for solo cello and orchestra. This has been recorded by Christophe Coin with Orquesta Barroca de Sevilla on their own label and may be heard on YouTube (Part 1; Part 2; Part 3; Part 4).
Bruno-Videla, Lucio (b.1968) is an Argentine conductor and composer who wrote a concertante chamber symphony No.4 for cello and chamber ensemble in 2018. This may be heard on YouTube played by Lucas Caballero or by Ana Topalovic.
Buencamino, Nonong (b.1956) is a Filipino composer who arranged Taimis (originally for cello and piano) for cello and orchestra. This may be heard on YouTube played by Arnold Josue.
Burkhard, Willy (1900-1955) was a Swiss composer who wrote a concertino for cello and string orchestra in 1940. This has been recorded by Patrick Demenga for Novalis and may be heard on YouTube (Part 1; Part 2).
Bush, Alan (1900-1995) was a British composer who wrote a concert suite for cello and orchestra in 1952 that was first performed in that year by Vera Denes in Budapest. This work lasts around 35 minutes, and consists of an introduction and four movements: Divisions on a Ground, Ballet, Poem and Dance. Raphael Wallfisch has recorded it for Dutton Epoch and this may be heard on YouTube.
Bush, Geoffrey (1920-1988) was a British composer who wrote a Sinfonietta concertante for cello and small orchestra in 1943 that has been recorded by Raphael Wallfisch for Lyrita.
Büsser, Henri (1872-1973) was a French composer, organist and conductor who wrote a concertino for cello and orchestra in 1928.
Bustamante Celi, Salvador (1876-1935) was an Ecuadorian composer who wrote Fox Incaico for cello and string orchestra.
Cadman, Charles Wakefield (1881-1946) was an American composer who wrote a tone drama called A Mad Empress Remembers for cello and piano in 1943 and orchestrated it the following year. The piano version was recorded by Douglas B. Moore in 1981 and may be heard on YouTube.
Calleja, Carlos (b.1954) is an Argentine composer and conductor who wrote Lúdicas ánimas feéricas for cello and orchestra in 1987.
Callens, Luk (b.1965) is a Belgian composer, oboist, conductor and producer who wrote DeLiberazione for cello and orchestra. This was premiered by Johannes Burghoff in 2017 who may be heard playing it on YouTube.
Calmel, Olivier (b.1974) is a French composer (and son of the composer Roger) who wrote Suite concertante for cello and orchestra in 2012, and a symphonie concertante for cello and orchestra called Rite of Peace in 2013. Both works were premiered by Xavier Phillips and the latter can be heard on YouTube.
Canal, Marguerite (1890-1978) was a French composer who wrote Spleen for solo cello and piano quintet in 1924. This may be heard on YouTube played by Héloďse Luzzati with a piano quartet.
Caplet, André (1878-1925) was a French composer who wrote Épiphanie for cello and orchestra in 1922. This has been recorded by Xavier Phillips for EMI and Mark Coppey for Aeon. The latter may be heard on YouTube.
Capuis, Matilde (1913-2017) was an Italian organist, pianist and composer who wrote Tre Momenti for cello and string orchestra that has been recorded by Raphaela Gromes for Sony.
Cárdenas, Sergio (b.1951) is a Mexican composer and conductor who wrote a fantasia for cello and strings called Malgré tout in 1996 based on Manuel Ponce's work of the same name for piano. This was premiered by Natella Zakharian and a recording by Tomasz Strahl conducted by the composer may be heard on YouTube. He also wrote Monólogos con las estrellas in 2000 which is listed here as being for cello and string orchestra but the composer's catalogue (see link to the work above) only lists the work as being for string quintet.
Carlson, Mark (b.1952) is an American composer and flautist who wrote Twilight for cello and string orchestra in 2016. This may be heard on YouTube played by Antonio Lysy.
Carpenter, David (b.1972) is an American composer who wrote a concertante poem for cello and chamber orchestra called Somnium in 2020. The premiere played by Štěpan Filípek in 2021 was recorded for Radioservis and may be heard on YouTube.
Carrabré, T. Patrick (b.1958) is a Canadian composer who wrote Prairie Sky for cello and band in 2013 that was premiered by Leanne Zacharias.
Carrapatoso, Eurico (b.1962) is a Portuguese composer who wrote Nove Vocalizos para Catarina e arcos for cello and strings after nine poems by Ruy Belo in 2002. Nos. 3 and 7 may be heard on YouTube via the link above played by Irene Lima.
Carreńo, Inocente (1919-2016) was a Venezuelan composer who wrote a Fantasia homenaje al maestro Abreu for cello and orchestra in 2006. This can be heard on YouTube played by German Marcano.
Castéra, René de (1873-1955) was a French composer who wrote a Sicilienne for cello and orchestra (or piano) in 1930. The version for cello and piano has been recorded by Samuel Magill for Azur Classical and may be heard on YouTube.
Castro, Washington (1909-2004) was an Argentine composer and cellist who wrote a Rapsodia for cello and orchestra in 1964. He also wrote Himno for cello ensemble and woodwinds in 1983.
Castro Peńa, Rafael (b.1935) is a Spanish composer who wrote Music for cello and orchestra in 1988 based on his sonata for cello and piano from the previous year.
Castro-Robinson, Eve de (b.1956) is a New Zealand composer who wrote Releasing the Angel for cello and orchestra in 2005. This has been recorded by David Chickering for Atoll and may be heard on YouTube.
Catoire, Jean (1923-2005) was a French composer (and nephew of the Russian composer Georges Catoire) who wrote a sonata for cello and string orchestra III in 1976. This has been recorded by Nikolaus Trieb for Association Le Phénomčne Sonore and may be heard on YouTube.
Chakraborty, Utsyo (b.2001) is an Indian composer and pianist who wrote a concertino for cello and orchestra.
Chan Ka Nin (b.1949) is a Canadian composer who wrote Soulmate for cello and orchestra in 2001. This has been recorded by Shauna Rolston for CBC.
Charkey, Stanley (b.1948) is an American composer and musician who wrote J/J for cello and string orchestra that was premiered by his son Jake Charkey in 2019. Some highlights may be heard here.
Charles-René (Charles René Bibard) (1863-1935) was a French composer who wrote Deux pičces for cello and orchestra.
Charlton, Richard (b.1955) is a British-born Australian guitarist and composer who wrote a Ballade for cello and chamber orchestra in 1990 that was premiered by Rita Woolhouse.
Cherney, Brian (b.1942) is a Canadian composer who wrote Apparitions for cello and chamber ensemble in 1991. This has been recorded by Claude Lamothe for Ummus. In 1975 he wrote Tangents I for cello and tape.
Cheung HoYin (Mythomorphic) is a composer and violinist from Hong Kong who wrote Sententia for cello and orchestra in 2019. This may be heard on YouTube in a computer-generated performance.
Chumbley, Robert (b.1954) is an American composer, pianist and conductor who wrote Particle II for cello and wind ensemble in 2018. This has been recorded by Amy Catron for First Step Records.
Clapp, Philip Greeley (1888-1954) was an American conductor, pianist and composer who wrote a Fantasy on an old plainchant for cello and orchestra in 1938.
Claren, Sebastian (b.1965) is a German composer who wrote After Blinky Palermo for cello and orchestra in 2002. This has been recorded by Lucas Fels for Col Legno and can be heard on SoundCloud.
Clayton, Eddie (b.1974) is a South African conductor and composer who wrote Dawn to Dusk for cello and orchestra in 2011.
Clément, Nicole (b.1946) is a French composer who wrote a rhapsody concertante for cello and orchestra called De solitude en solitude vers la vie in 1976.
Cohen, Jacques (b.1969) is a British composer and conductor who wrote Serenata Malinconica for cello (or violin or viola) and small orchestra in 1999. This may be heard via the link above with the cellist uncredited.
Cole, Rossetter Gleason (1866-1952) was an American composer who wrote a Ballade for cello and orchestra in 1908. It is described here (see page 293) as "one of the most important works for this instrument composed by any American" but does not appear to have been recorded.
Colin, Marcel (18..-1947) was a French composer who wrote Ręverie for cello and strings, Tarentelle for cello and small orchestra which was published in 1905, and Saltarelle and Czardas both for cello and orchestra which were published in 1930 and 1931 respectively. He also wrote a Romance for cello that was orchestrated by Victor Gentil and published in 1915.
Colina, Michael (b.1948) is an American musician, composer and producer who wrote Three Dances (Ragas to Riches; It's Snowing in Cuba; Slavic Sisters) for cello and orchestra in 2013. This was premiered by Sharon Robinson and may be heard on SoundCloud.
Collet, Henri (1885-1951) was a French composer who wrote La Pena for cello and orchestra. This may be heard on YouTube in a piano reduction by Ruben Montiel with the cellist uncredited.
Constantinescu, Paul (1909-1963) was a Romanian composer who wrote two works for cello and orchestra: Byzantine Variations (orch.1940) and Ballad Of the Outlaw (1950). They were recorded on LP by Géza Szabó and Alexandru Guțu respectively for Electrecord and feature on a CD issued by Olympia in 1991. Both of these recordings can be heard on YouTube via the links above.
Copland, Aaron (1900-1990) was an American composer who wrote a clarinet concerto in 1948 that has been arranged for cello and orchestra by cellist Fedor Amosov. He can be heard playing it on YouTube.
Corigliano, John (b.1938) is an American composer who arranged Phantasmagoria (a suite from his opera The Ghosts of Versailles) for cello and orchestra which was premiered by Sterling Elliott in January 2024.
Cornell, Klaus (1932-2021) was a Swiss composer who wrote Am Ende der Orkan for cello and orchestra in 1976. This later became the second movement of the triptych Dreiflügelbild für St. Johann (St. John Triptych) for cello and orchestra in 1989, and has been recorded by Walter Grimmer for Stadt Schaffhausen and Gallo CD (see below). He also wrote Der Weinstock (The Vine), a cycle for cello and string orchestra, in 1991, and this has been recorded by Michael Flaksman for Gallo CD - this disc also contains the triptych and may be heard on YouTube.
Corniot, René (1901-1972) was a French composer, conductor and violinist who wrote a Romance for cello and string orchestra that was published in 1952.
Corrado, Pasquale (b.1979) is an Italian conductor and composer who wrote Dove non si tocca in mare for cello and string orchestra in 2019. The premiere played by Michele Marco Rossi conducted by the composer may be heard on YouTube (starts around 45'30").
Côrte-Real, Nuno (b.1971) is a Portuguese composer who wrote Luar Galego for cello and strings in 2005. The premiere may be heard on YouTube played by Isabel Vaz.
Cossmann, Bernhard (1822-1910) was a German cellist and composer who wrote two fantasies for cello and orchestra based on Wilhelm Tell (Rossini) and Euryanthe (Weber). He also wrote a Konzertstück for cello and orchestra that he performed in 1873, and Traumgesicht for cello and quartet or quintet.
Cossoul, Guilherme Antonio (1828-1880) was a Portuguese composer who wrote Variaçőes de Violoncelo for cello and orchestra.
Costa, Luiz (1879-1960) was a Portuguese composer who wrote a Poema for cello and piano which he started to orchestrate. The arrangement for cello and orchestra was completed by Pedro Faria Gomes (b.1979) in 2008. Bruno Borralhinho has recorded it for Naxos and it may be heard on YouTube.
Costa Ferreira, Diogo da (b.1993) is a Portuguese composer who wrote Epoché for cello and wind ensemble in 2013. This can be heard on YouTube played by Nelson Ferreira.
Costanzi, Giovanni Battista (1704-1778) was an Italian cellist who wrote a series of sinfonias for cello and basso continuo. Five have been recorded by Giovanni Sollima for Glossa. Costanzi may have been the composer of Haydn's disputed fourth cello concerto.
Coulthard, Jean (1908-2000) was a Canadian composer who wrote a Symphonic Ode for cello and orchestra in 1965.
Couperin, François (1668-1733) was a French composer who wrote 5 pičces en concert which were arranged for cello and strings by Paul Bazelaire (1886-1958), a French cellist. They have been recorded several times, for example by Pierre Fournier on Decca Eloquence, János Starker on Delos, Elemér Lavotha on BIS and Lynn Harrell for Azica.
Cras, Jean (1879-1932) was a French composer and naval officer from Brittany who wrote a Légende for cello and orchestra in 1929 that was premiered by Fernand Pollain. This has been recorded by Henri Demarquette for Timpani and may be heard on YouTube.
Crawley, Clifford (1929-2016) was an English composer active in Canada who wrote a Serenade for cello and orchestra in 1991.
Cree, Gordon (b.1977) is a Scottish singer and musician who wrote a Nocturne for cello and orchestra.
Creston, Paul (1906-1985) was an American composer of Italian descent who wrote Sadhana for cello and orchestra in 1981. This can be heard on YouTube played by André Emelianoff.
Crossman, Allan (b.1942) is an American composer who wrote Flyer for cello and string orchestra in 2003. This has been recorded by Nina Flyer for North/South Recordings and may be heard on YouTube.
Crumb, David (b.1962) is an American composer (and son of George Crumb) who wrote Variations for cello and chamber ensemble in 1993. This has been recorded by Ulrich Boeckheler for CRI.
Crzellitzer, Franz (1905-1979) was a German-born Israeli composer who wrote a Fantasy for cello and orchestra in 1962. This can be heard on the Internet Archive.
Csányi-Wills, Michael (b.1975) is a British composer and pianist who arranged his work The Last Letter (originally for soprano and piano) for cello and orchestra in 2013. This has been recorded by Steffan Morris for Prima Facie and can be heard on YouTube.
Csonka, Paul (1905-1995) was an Austrian composer and opera conductor who wrote Serenata for cello and orchestra which was published in 1954.
Čubrilo, Luka (b.1987) is a Serbian composer who wrote Incantation for cello and strings that may be heard on SoundCloud.
Cui, Cesar (1835-1918) was a Russian composer who wrote Deux Morceaux for cello and orchestra in 1886. The work has been recorded by Steven Isserlis for Virgin and this can be heard on YouTube.
Cunningham, Arthur (1928-1997) was an American composer who wrote Minakesh for cello and string orchestra in 1969. It appears that he also wrote an art song with the same name in 1970.
Cusatelli, Alessandro (b.1956) is an Italian composer who wrote Sei variazioni for cello and small orchestra in 2020. This may be heard on YouTube with the cellist uncredited.
Custer, Arthur (1923-1998) was an American composer who wrote Five Dialogues for cello and orchestra.
Cutler, Joe (b.1968) is a British composer who wrote Music for cello and strings in 2005 that has been recorded by Robin Michael for NMC.
Cynk, Magdalena (b.1968) is a Polish composer who wrote a Scherzo for cello and orchestra in 2011. This can be heard on YouTube played by Alicja Różycka.
Czerniewicz, Marek (b.1974) is a Polish composer who wrote Miserere, a meditation for cello and string orchestra in 2005. This can be heard on YouTube played by Daniel Sobiesiak.
Czernowin, Chaya (b.1957) is an Israeli-American composer who wrote Guardian for cello and large orchestra in 2017. This has been recorded by Séverine Ballon for Neos and she may be heard playing the premiere on YouTube.
Czyżewski, Henryk (1937-2023) was a Polish conductor and composer who wrote Musica concertante for cello and orchestra in 1969.
D'Ambrosio, Alfredo (1871-1914) was an Italian composer and violinist who wrote a Légende for cello and orchestra or piano in 1905.
Daiken, Melanie (1945-2016) was an English composer who wrote A Tale of Thuringia for cello and orchestra.
Dale, Julian (b.1954) is an English double bassist and composer who wrote a Fantasia for cello and ensemble in 2013.
Dall'Ongaro, Michele (b.1957) is an Italian composer who wrote Linea nigra for cello and string orchestra in 1990. This may be heard on YouTube played by Ferdinando Calcaviello. He also wrote Danni collaterali for cello and small ensemble in 2003 that has been recorded by Carlo Teodoro for Stradivarius.
Dallapiccola, Luigi (1904-1975) was an Italian composer who wrote Dialoghi for cello and orchestra 1960 and dedicated the work to Gaspar Cassadó. It has been recorded by Paul Watkins for Chandos and Jean-Guihen Queyras for Stradivarius.
Daniel-Lesur (Daniel-Jean-Yves Lesur) (1908-2002) was a French organist and composer who wrote a Fantaisie concertante for cello and orchestra in 1992.
Daniels, Melvin L. (M.L.) (b.1931) is an American composer who arranged the traditional Japanese melody Sakura (Cherry Blossom) for cello and string orchestra. This may be heard on YouTube played by Jeremy Crosmer.
Dautremer, Marcel (1906-1978) was a French composer who wrote two works for cello and orchestra: a concertino in 1955 and Fęte au pays d'Auge.
Davico, Vincenzo (1889-1969) was a Italian composer born in Monaco who wrote a Romance for cello and chamber orchestra.
Davidov, Alexei (1867-1940) was a Russian cellist, composer and businessman (and nephew of Karl Davydov) who wrote a Fantasia for cello and orchestra which was published in 1896.
Davidovsky, Mario (1934-2019) was an Argentine-American composer who wrote a Divertimento for cello and orchestra in 1984. This has been recorded by Fred Sherry for New World Records.
Davidson, Tina (b.1952) is an American composer who wrote Blood Memory: A Long Quiet After the Call for cello and orchestra in 1985, and Always Parisa for cello and string orchestra in 2010.
Davies, Wayne Iwan Lee (b.1975) is a Welsh composer and cellist who wrote Invocation for cello and strings in 2000. This may be heard on YouTube.
Davis, Carl (1936-2023) was a British-based American composer best known for his work in television and films who wrote a Ballade for cello and orchestra in 2011. This has been recorded by Jonathan Aasgaard for the Carl Davis Collection and may be heard on YouTube.
d'Erlanger, Frédéric Alfred (1868-1943) was an Anglo-French composer who wrote an Andante Symphonique for cello and orchestra in 1904, and a Ballade for cello and orchestra in 1926. Both works have been recorded by Guy Johnston for Dutton Epoch and may be heard on YouTube via the links above.
De Groote, Rudi (b.1974) is a South African cellist based in Scotland who wrote Solace for cello and strings that may be heard performed by him on SoundCloud.
De la Torre Suárez, Benigno (1856-1912) was a Mexican pianist, organist and composer who wrote Fantasia for cello and orchestra in 1886.
De Sutter, Jules Toussaint (1889-1959) was a Belgian composer who wrote Lamento for cello and orchestra.
Deane Berman, Anne (b.1963) is an American composer and multi-media artist who wrote a symphonic tone poem called Reaching Antares for cello and orchestra. This has been recorded by Jacob Omsky for Immersive Music.
Deane-Johns, Benedict (b.1971) is an Australian composer who wrote Fear and Distance for cello and strings in 2020 that may be heard on YouTube played by Zoe Knighton. He also wrote This Darkening Sky for solo cello and string orchestra in 2022.
Debbaut, Robert (b.1956) is an American composer who wrote O.K. for solo cello, string orchestra, and piano obbligato in 2008.
Debie, Rick (b.1955) is a Dutch composer and organist who wrote De profundis clamavi (in memory of Winnie Debie) for solo cello, four cellos and double bass in 2011.
Delafosse, Joseph (d.1905) was a French composer who wrote Au bord du lac for bassoon or cello and strings (or piano) which was published in 1894.
Delmas, Marc (1885-1931) was a French composer who wrote Rapsodie sur des Thčmes Aričgeois for cello and orchestra which was published in 1926.
Demuynck, Charles (b.1968) is a Canadian conductor and composer who arranged his work Exuberant for cello and orchestra in 2005.
Denev, Lubomir (b.1951) is a Bulgarian composer who wrote Homo Ludens, symphonic variations for cello and orchestra in 1996.
Deroo, Maurits (1902-1988) was a Belgian composer who wrote Heimwee for cello and orchestra in 1932 (see page 27).
Desprez, Fernand (1898-1965) was a Belgian composer and trumpeter who wrote a Počme élégiaque for cello and orchestra.
Dessagnes, Gontran (1904-1978) was a French composer who wrote a Počme for cello and orchestra in 1948.
Devreese, Godfried (1893-1972) was a Belgian composer (and father of the composer Frédéric) who wrote two concertinos for cello and orchestra, in 1930 and 1960. The first has been recorded by Viviane Spanoghe for Marco Polo.
Dhomi, Rauf (b.1945) is a Kosovan composer and conductor who wrote a Rondo for cello and orchestra (see page 76) in 1966. Presumably this is the same work that can be heard on YouTube played by Artan Zhuri with piano accompaniment.
Di Martino, Aladino (1908-1989) was an Italian composer and musician who wrote Adagio e Rondň for cello and chamber orchestra.
Dianda, Hilda (b.1925) is an Argentine composer who wrote two works for cello and orchestra: Concertante (1952) and Resonancias No.3 (1965).
Dieren, Bernard van (1887-1936) was a Dutch composer who lived most of his life in London. Around 1910 he wrote an Elegy for cello and orchestra that has been recorded by Raphael Wallfisch for Lyrita. It can also be heard on YouTube performed by Christopher Bunting.
Dlouhý, Jaromír (1929-2024) was a Czech composer who wrote a Romantická píseń (Romantic Song) for cello and orchestra.
Dohnányi, Ernö (1877-1960) was a Hungarian composer who wrote a Konzertstück for cello and orchestra in 1904. This has been recorded several times including by Raphael Wallfisch for Chandos, Alban Gerhardt for Hyperion and David Pia for Farao.
Domažlický, František (1913-1997) was a Czech composer who wrote a symphonic picture for cello and orchestra called Knight d'Artagnan's Spring in 1968. This has been recorded on LP by Jan Širc for Panton and on CD by Jiří Hošek for Music Vars.
Donatoni, Franco (1927-2000) was an Italian composer who wrote Le ruisseau sur l'escalier (The Stream on the Stairs) for cello and nineteen performers in 1980. This was premiered by Alain Meunier and has been recorded by Oren Shevlin for Edition Zeitklang.
Dove, Jonathan (b.1959) is an English composer who wrote In Exile for baritone, cello and orchestra in 2020. A recording of the UK premiere played by Raphael Wallfisch has been issued by Lyrita and may be heard on YouTube.
Downs, Hugh (1921-2020) was an American radio and TV broadcaster, producer, author, and composer who wrote Windows for cello and orchestra in 1997 for Yo-Yo Ma. This may be heard on YouTube played by Peter Eom.
Draeseke, Felix (1835-1913) was a German composer who wrote a Symphonisches Andante for solo cello and orchestra in 1876.
Dreher, Theodore (1912-1996) was an American composer who wrote Pathways for solo cello and winds in 1976.
Dreznin, Sergei (b.1955) is a Russian pianist and composer now based in France who wrote a suite for cello and orchestra based on themes from his musical Catherine the Great. Borislav Strulev recorded the fifth movement for Melodiya with piano accompaniment and he may be heard playing the complete suite with orchestral accompaniment on YouTube.
Dřízal, Jan Ryant (b.1986) is a Czech composer who wrote Narcissus for cello and orchestra in 2017. The premiere can be heard on YouTube played by Tomáš Jamník.
Drubich, Anna (b.1984) is a Russian composer, mainly of film music, who wrote Nachtlied (Night Song) for cello and chamber orchestra. This may be heard on YouTube played by Evgeny Tonkha.
Dubois, Théodore (1837-1924) was a French composer and organist who wrote four pieces for cello and orchestra: Andante Cantabile (1899) and Fantaisie-Stück (1912) have been recorded by Marc Coppey for Mirare. Entracte-Rigaudon de Xavičre and Esquisses both date from 1901.
Dubra, Rihards (b.1964) is a Latvian composer who wrote Mystery of His Birth for cello and chamber orchestra in 2014. This has been recorded by Ēriks Kiršfelds for Skani.
Dumas, Louis (1877-1952) was a French composer who wrote a two works for cello and orchestra: a Rhapsodie and a Romance, the latter in 1903.
Dumitrescu, Ion (1913-1996) was a Romanian composer (and brother of Gheorghe) who wrote a Poem for cello and orchestra in 1940.
Dunhill, Thomas (1877-1946) was an English composer who wrote Capricious Variations on an Old English Tune (Sally in our Alley) for cello and orchestra in 1910.
Dünki, Jean-Jacques (b.1948) is a Swiss composer and pianist who wrote a concertino for cello and ensemble which was premiered by Pierre Strauch in November 2023.
Dünser, Richard (b.1959) is an Austrian composer who wrote The Garden of Desires for cello and chamber orchestra in 2010. This has been recorded by Alexander Gebert for Helbling and may be heard on YouTube (Part 1; Part 2).
Dupuis, Sophie (b.1988) is a Canadian violinist and composer who wrote Prosopagnosia for cello and piano in 2015 and made a version for cello and strings. The latter may be heard on YouTube played by Jaeyoung Chong.
Durey, Louis (1888-1979) was a French composer who wrote a Fantaisie concertante for cello and orchestra in 1947.
Dyson, George (1883-1964) was a British composer who wrote Prelude, Fantasy and Chaconne for cello and orchestra in 1936. This has been recorded by Raphael Wallfisch for Sanctuary and may be heard on YouTube.
Eberhard, Dennis (1943-2005) was an American composer who wrote Lucifer Rising for cello and orchestra in 1985.
Eckhardt-Grammatté, Sophie Carmen (1898-1974) was a Russian-born Canadian composer, pianist and violinist who wrote a Konzertstück for cello and orchestra in 1928 and revised it in 1974. It was recorded on an audio cassette by Tsuyoshi Tsutsumi who gave the premiere in 1981, and this may be heard on YouTube.
Edelson, Israel (b.1951) is an Israeli composer, pianist and arranger who wrote a Fantasy for cello and orchestra. A recording by Doron Toister is distributed on various platforms by DistroKid and may be heard on YouTube.
Edén, Mats (b.1957) is a Swedish composer and violinist who wrote Den flygande kofferten for cello and chamber ensemble in 2006.
Edler-Copes, Aurélio (b.1976) is a Brazilian composer, guitarist and performer of electronic music who wrote Abismo in silencio - Homenaje a Chillida in 2006. This may be heard on SoundCloud played by Estíbaliz Ponce.
Effinger, Cecil (1914-1990) was an American composer and oboist who wrote a Suite for cello and chamber orchestra in 1945.
Egk, Werner (1901-1983) was a German composer who wrote a Canzone for cello and orchestra in 1981 which was premiered by Angelica May.
Ehrström, Otto J.S. (1891-1978) was a Finnish composer who wrote Serenade for a Young Witch for cello and orchestra in 1927.
Eichhorn, Frank-Volker (1947-1978) was a German composer who wrote a Fantasie for cello and stringless orchestra in 1977.
Ek, (Fritz) Gunnar (Rudolf) (1900-1981) was a Swedish cellist, organist and composer who wrote a Scherzo for cello and orchestra.
Eklund, Hans (1927-1999) was a Swedish composer who wrote Musica da Camera No.1 for cello and chamber orchestra in 1955, a Fantasia for cello and strings in 1970 that has been recorded by Ĺke Olofsson for Swedish Society Discofil (and may be heard on YouTube), and Pezzo elegiaco for cello, percussion and strings in 1969 that has been recorded by Ĺke Olofsson for Polar.
Elizondo, José (b.1972) is a Mexican composer who wrote the following works which exist in versions for cello and string orchestra: Danzas Latinoamericanas (1997), La alborada de la esperanza (The Dawn of Hope), Limoncello, and Crepúsculos (Alpenglow) (all 2018). He also wrote Legende des edlen Ritters (The legend of the noble knight) for cello and orchestra (or string orchestra) in 2020. The following may be heard on YouTube: Danzas Latinoamericanas (Part 1; Part 2; Part 3) played by Julie Reimann; La Alborada de la Esperanza played by Dorotea Racz; and The Legend of the Noble Knight played by Benedict Klöckner.
Eller, Heino (1887-1970) was an Estonian composer who wrote two works for cello and orchestra: Prelude (1917) and Ballad (1944). The latter was premiered by Laine Siim-Leichter and may be heard on YouTube played by Allar Kaasik.
Ellerby, Martin (b.1957) is an English composer who wrote Via Crucis - The 14 Stations of the Cross for cello and concert band in 2003. This has been recorded by Joanna Rusby for Polyphonic. A live performance can be heard on YouTube (cellist uncredited).
Elling, Catharinus (1858-1942) was a Norwegian organist, composer and folk music collector who wrote Air and rococo for cello and string orchestra. Both parts of the music can be heard with piano accompaniment on a disc made by Baard Bosrup for Grong Musikkproduksjon.
Elmsly, John (b.1952) is a New Zealand composer who wrote a cello symphony in 1985. This has been recorded by James Tennant for Ribbonwood. A live performance by the dedicatee Paul Mitchell can be heard on YouTube.
Enescu, Georges (1881-1955) was a Romanian composer who wrote a Sinfonia concertante for cello and orchestra in 1901. This has been recorded by Franco Maggio-Ormezowski for Warner, Alban Gerhardt for Hyperion and Truls Mřrk for Ondine.
Engl, Peter (b.1971) is an Austrian composer who wrote OHDEO for cello and wind band in 2007. This may be heard on YouTube with the performers uncredited.
Erickson, Robert (1917-1997) was an American composer who wrote a Fantasy for cello and orchestra in 1954. This has been recorded by Rafael Popper-Keizer for New World Records.
Erlebach, Rupert (1894-1978) was an English composer who wrote a Symphonic Rhapsody for cello and orchestra.
Esmail, Reena (b.1983) is an Indian-American composer who wrote Zeher (Poison) for cello and string orchestra in 2018 based on the original version for string quartet. The latter has been recorded by the Brooklyn Rider quartet for In a Circle Records and may be heard on YouTube. She also wrote Teen Murti for cello and string quartet in 2015, and this may be heard on YouTube played by Joshua Roman.
Espinosa, Leandro (b.1955) is a Mexican composer, conductor, and cellist who wrote a movement for cello and strings called Paseo in 2000. This may be heard on YouTube played by Sascha Groschang.
Estelle, Joanna (b.1950) is a Canadian composer who wrote I Am My Home for cello and orchestra that has been recorded by Ovidiu Marinescu for Navona Records and may be heard on YouTube.
Etxebarria, Aitor (b.1985) is a Spanish composer and programmer who wrote Solemne for cello and orchestra that may be heard on YouTube, and is part of the soundtrack for the 2023 Netflix series El Cuerpo En Llamas.
Evans, Clark (b.1994) is an American cellist, pianist and composer who wrote To Move a Mountain for cello and orchestra in 2012 that was premiered by Levi Powe in 2014.
Evans, Eli (b.1974) is an American composer and author who wrote Concerto Fantasia On Six Notes for cello and orchestra that may be heard on SoundCloud.
Ezzat, Mohammed Amin (b.1989) is an Iraqi conductor and composer who wrote a Requiem for cello and string orchestra. An excerpt from a performance given in 2007 may be heard on YouTube played by Karim Wasfi.
Faingold, Noam (b.1984) is an American composer who wrote a Lullaby for cello and cello ensemble in 2018. An excerpt may be heard on YouTube played by Samantha Kerns.
Falk, Julien (1902-1987) was a French composer who wrote Suite pour les temps modernes for cello and orchestra. This was premiered by Reine Flachot in a radio broadcast in 1962 who may be heard playing the work on YouTube.
Fantapié, Henri-Claude (b.1938) is a French composer and conductor who wrote Tout un monde présent for cello and orchestra in 1980.
Farbach, Kent (b.1961) is an Australian composer who wrote Your Affections - I Remember for cello and orchestra that was premiered by Matthew Farrell in 1998.
Fasano, Renato (1902-1979) was an Italian conductor and composer who wrote Il Signor Bonaventura for cello and piano in 1937 and also made a version for cello and chamber orchestra.
Fazakerley, Robin (b.1932) is a New Zealand composer who wrote Piha Waiata Po for cello and chamber orchestra in 2002.
Feldman, Arkady (b.1947) is a Ukrainian conductor and composer who wrote a Poem for cello and orchestra (see page 13).
Feldman, Morton (1926-1987) was an American composer who wrote a twenty minute piece entitled Cello and orchestra in 1972 for Siegfried Palm who has recorded it for cpo. It has also been recorded by Robert Cohen for Argo.
Felice, Frank (b.1961) is an American composer who wrote a Nocturne for cello and chamber orchestra in 1985 that was commissioned by Andrea Lee DiGregorio (Reynolds) and may be heard on SoundCloud.
Fender, Peter (b.1961) is a British violinist, conductor and composer who wrote an Elegy for cello and orchestra that has been recorded privately by Jonathan Bloxham.
Fenigstein, Victor (1924-2022) was a Swiss composer based in Luxembourg who wrote Légende for cello and chamber orchestra in 1962.
Fennelly, Brian (1937-2015) was an American composer who wrote Scintilla Prisca for cello and orchestra in 1981 based on an original work for cello and piano. The original version was recorded by David Moore on LP and may be heard on YouTube. It has since been released on CD by Capstone.
Ferro, Pietro (1903-1960) was an Italian composer who wrote Aria italiana for cello and piano in 1934 and made a version for cello and orchestra in 1938.
Festa, Fabrizio (b.1960) is an Italian composer, conductor and sound designer who wrote a Suite in sol for cello and string orchestra in 1993.
Fiala, George (1922-2017) was a Ukrainian-born Canadian composer, pianist and organist who wrote a Serenade concertante for cello and strings in 1968.
Figgis-Vizueta, Inti (b.1993) is an American composer who wrote amaru for cello and string orchestra that was premiered by Jay Campbell in 2022, and BY HEART for solo cello and ensemble in 2024.
Figueroa Mańas, Adriana Isabel (b.1966) is an Argentine composer who wrote Aire de Tango, a fantasy for cello and orchestra, in 1999. This may be heard on YouTube (Part 1; Part 2) played by Robert Cohen.
Filanovsky, Boris (b.1968) is a Russian composer who wrote Gwaegr for cello and string orchestra in 1995. He also made a version for cello and ensemble in 2001.
Filip(p)ucci, Edmond (aka Victor Charmettes) (1869-1948) was a Turkish-born French composer who wrote an adagio for cello and orchestra called Le Chant du Souvenir which was published in 1911.
Finney, Ross Lee (1906-1997) was an American composer who wrote Narrative for cello and chamber orchestra in 1976. This has been recorded by Norman Fischer for Albany.
Finzi, Graciane (b.1945) is a Moroccan-born French composer who wrote Il était tant de fois for cello and fifteen strings in 1979. She also wrote Errance dans la nuit - a ballade for cello and orchestra in 2002, and this can be heard on SoundCloud played by Gary Hoffman.
Fırat, Ertuğrul Oğuz (1923-2014) was a Turkish composer, painter and poet who wrote Diriliş (Revival) for cello and orchestra in 1956.
Fischer, Adolphe (1847-1891) was a Belgian cellist and composer who arranged his Romance for cello and orchestra in 1883.
Fischer, Clare (1928-2012) was an American composer, keyboardist and arranger of jazz and pop music who wrote a suite for cello and string orchestra, the genesis of which is explained here. This has been recorded by Cécilia Tsan for Clare Fischer Productions and can be heard on YouTube.
Fisher, Alfred (1942-2016) was an American-born Canadian composer and pianist who wrote Elegiac variations for cello and orchestra in 1976 which was premiered by Paul Pulford.
Fiume, Orazio (1908-1976) was an Italian composer who wrote Fantasia eroica for cello and orchestra in 1936.
Fjellström, Daniel (b.1983) is a Swedish composer who wrote a Sinfonia concertante for cello and orchestra which was premiered by Stefan Moberg in 2007.
Fladmoe, Arvid (1915-1993) was a Norwegian composer and violinist who wrote Music for cello and orchestra.
Flagello, Nicolas (1928-1994) was an American composer who wrote a Capriccio for cello and orchestra in 1962. This has been recorded by George Koutzen for Phoenix and can be heard on YouTube.
Fleischer, Hans (1896-1981) was a German composer who wrote a concertino for cello and orchestra in 1975.
Florencia Mendoza, Eduardo (b.1985) is an Ecuadorian composer who wrote a Sinfonia concertante for cello and orchestra in 2014 and a Balada for cello and orchestra in 2015.
Flosman, Oldřich (1925-1998) was a Czech composer who wrote a Rhapsody for cello and orchestra in 1977 which was recorded on LP by Bohuslav Pavlas for Panton, and this can be heard on YouTube.
Folville, Eugénie-Emilie Juliette (1870-1946) was a Belgian composer who wrote a Concertstück (1905) and a Počme for cello and orchestra (1909), and a Triptych for violin and orchestra (1935) which also exists in a version for cello and orchestra.
Forner, André (b.1959) is a French composer who wrote Mélodie for cello and string orchestra. The premiere played by Aldo Ripoche in 1997 may be heard here (see item No.9).
Förster, Alban (1849-1916) was a German composer who wrote Gedenkblatt for cello or horn with orchestral accompaniment which was published in 1885.
Fortner, Jack (1935-2020) was an American composer and conductor who wrote a Concertpiece for cello and orchestra in 1985 that has been recorded by Michael Flaksman for Vienna Modern Masters and may be heard on YouTube.
Fragale, Frank (Francisco D.) (1894-1955) was an Italian-born American composer who wrote a Fantasia for cello and orchestra for Boris Blinder (see Box 12, folder 8).
Françaix, Jean (1912-1997) was a French composer who wrote a Fantaisie for cello and orchestra in 1935 and Variations de concert for cello and string orchestra in 1950. Both works have been recorded by Henri Demarquette for Pierre Verany and may be heard on YouTube. The Fantaisie may also be heard on YouTube played by Maurice Gendron.
Franck, Richard (1858-1938) was a German composer and pianist who wrote a Serenade for cello and orchestra in 1896. This has been recorded by Tim Ströble for Sterling and can be heard on YouTube.
François, Renaud (b.1943) is a French composer, conductor and flautist who wrote Les chemins de la nuit for cello and orchestra in 1984. This has been recorded by Alain Meunier for Salabert Actuels.
Frank, Marcel G. (1906-1985) was an Austrian-American composer who wrote a concertino for cello and orchestra.
Frankl, Paul Josef (1892-1976) was a Moravian-born Austrian composer who wrote a concertpiece for cello and orchestra in 1938.
Frazzi, Vito (1888-1975) was an Italian composer who wrote Leggenda for cello and orchestra in 1935. A version with piano accompaniment may be heard on YouTube played by Sara Nanni.
Friboulet, Georges (1910-1992) was a French composer and pianist who wrote Récit for cello and orchestra in 1939.
Frid, Géza (1904-1989) was a Hungarian-Dutch composer who wrote Romance et Allegro for cello and orchestra in 1928.
Fuchs, Kenneth (b.1956) is an American composer who wrote Poems of Life for countertenor, cello and orchestra in 2017, based on poems by Judith Wolf. This has been recorded by Naxos with Tim Hugh as the cellist and may be heard on YouTube.
Fulmer, David (b.1981) is an American composer who wrote Stille Shrik for cello and orchestra in 2011.
Fumet, Dynam-Victor (1867-1949) was a French organist and composer who wrote Magnetisme céleste for cello and orchestra in 1903.
Fussell, Charles (b.1938) is an American composer who wrote Right River, variations for cello and string orchestra in 2002. This has been recorded by Emmanuel Feldman for Albany and may be heard on YouTube.
Futscher, Gerald (b.1962) is an Austrian composer who wrote Hör den Ruf des faulen Holzes for cello and string orchestra in 2003.
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