Dotzauer Project – Episode 8: announcing the Six Waltzes for piano four-hands, Op. 17

This article is an expanded version of the Editorial Notes that can be found in the published edition, available at this link. A promotional video of this score can be watched here. EDITORIAL NOTES When one merely whispers the name “Dotzauer”, one immediately thinks of the cello, of his loved-hated studies, and more. It isContinue reading “Dotzauer Project – Episode 8: announcing the Six Waltzes for piano four-hands, Op. 17”

A Turning Point

an Artistic Score Engraving July 2023 update Dear all, Welcome to the first update for Summer 2023. It is very hot and uncomfortably damp here in NW Italy, and being forced to keep windows shut because of asbestos removal is not helping. Luckily, we can take refuge in the school where we teach, enjoying someContinue reading “A Turning Point”

Dotzauer – 12 Pieces for Two Cellos, Op. 58—available in physical copy!

I am thrilled to announce that the second edition of the Dotzauer Project, the Twelve Original Pieces, Op. 58 for two cellos, is finally available as a physical product! To know more about the Dotzauer Project, please head over here. How to get your copy? The best option is to head over to the GumroadContinue reading “Dotzauer – 12 Pieces for Two Cellos, Op. 58—available in physical copy!”

Piatti Opera Omnia—Episode 2

announcing J. S. Bach Suite IV with piano accompaniment This article is an expanded version of the Editorial Notes that can be found in the published edition, available at this link. A scrolling-score video of this piece follow here below: EDITORIAL NOTES The Six Suites for unaccompanied cello by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685—1750) are notContinue reading “Piatti Opera Omnia—Episode 2”

Forgotten Gems—Episode 2

Marcello — Sei Sonate a Tre for Two Cellos and Basso Continuo This article is an expanded version of the Editorial Notes that can be found in the published edition, available at this link. Introduction The reputation of Benedetto Marcello (1686-1739) needs no introduction: Venetian composer with exquisite taste and excellent style, dedicatee of theContinue reading “Forgotten Gems—Episode 2”