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ARCHANGEL'S LULLABY (for three cellos) op.436 (November 1991)

A piece for three cellos
Published by: Highbridge Music Ltd
Duration: 3:30
First Performance: Barnes Music Club, St Mary's Church, Barnes January 14th 1992 Rafael Wallfisch, Simon Wallfisch (aged 7) and Steven Isserlis.
Sheet Music Available
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Movements

  • 1: Archangel's Lullaby
  • 2: Even Steven
  • 3: Roly Poly

Notes

'Archangel's Lullaby' was composed as a congratulation present sent to Steven and Pauline Isserlis on the birth of their son Gabriel. The solo part (cello I) was intended for a young cellist and at the first performance was played delightfully by Simon Wallfisch, then aged 7. 

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'ARCHANGELS' LULLABY (for cello and piano)' op.436A (December 1991) (Audio Sample Available)
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