Popper: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 24: Cello Book
By David Popper
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A Cello solo with Piano Accompaniment composed by David Popper.
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Additional Details
Series:
Kalmus Edition
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
48
SKU:
00-PK-0003512
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About the Composer: David Popper
David Popper (1846-1913) was a Bohemian cellist and composer who became one of the most important voices in cello repertoire during the Romantic era. His virtuosic writing for the instrument grew directly from his career as a celebrated soloist and principal cellist of major European orchestras, giving him intimate knowledge of what the cello could achieve both technically and expressively.
Why we love this
This concerto stands as one of the finest Romantic-era vehicles for advancing cellists, offering genuine musical substance alongside genuine difficulty. Popper's orchestration (arranged for piano here) creates a conversation between soloist and accompanist rather than mere accompaniment, making it equally engaging for the pianist and rewarding to teach as a collaborative work.
What to expect
The opening presents an urgent, almost stormy character that shifts into sustained, singing passages of genuine beauty. Throughout, the work balances virtuosic display with moments of deep lyricism, creating a dramatic arc that feels both Romantic in its emotional reach and technically exhilarating.
Who it's for
This concerto is designed for advanced high school cellists and conservatory-level students preparing for competitions, festival performances, or solo recitals. It demands secure intonation, control across multiple string crossings, and the interpretive maturity to shape long Romantic phrases without losing momentum.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the lyrical passages with clear projection; the piano part often carries harmonic weight, so your tone needs definition without straining to compete.
- Map the shifts in character between the virtuosic sections and the singing melodic material before rehearsal with piano. This concerto demands agility and lyricism in equal measure.
- Pay attention to the written articulation and bowing carefully. Popper's markings are intentional and create the architectural shape of each phrase.
- Work the left hand extensions and string crossings slowly at first; this piece sits high on the fingerboard and requires both technical security and musical confidence.
How to use it
This concerto works best as a solo feature on a recital or competition program where your cellist can claim 15-20 minutes of focused time. Its technical and musical demands also make it an excellent choice for festival competitions, masterclass demonstrations, or the capstone solo in an advanced student's annual recital.
Skills your students will build
- Intonation in the high positions
- Rapid string crossings and left-hand agility
- Control of bow speed and pressure across dynamic contrasts
- Shaping long Romantic phrases with structural integrity
- Collaboration and balance with an equal partner (pianist)
- Sustaining musical focus through extended passages of virtuosic passagework