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tonebase Piano Course

Rachmaninoff

Cello Sonata Op. 19 - Mvt. III - Andante

Taught by renowned instructor

Dominic Cheli

In this course, Dominic Cheli is joined by virtuoso cellist and Lead of Cello at tonebase Daniel Lelchuk, taking us into the emotionally charged world of the famous slow movement of Rachmaninoff's Cello Sonata.

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    Duration: 
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Course Syllabus

Piano Part
In this lesson, Dominic Cheli, the Lead of Piano at tonebase, shows us how to navigate the complex world of the slow movement of the Rachmaninoff Sonata for Cello and Piano. We learn how to breathe with the cellist, how to follow the bow arm, and how to find the proper instrumental balance.
Cello Part
In this lesson, we go deep into the technical and interpretive complications of the movement. Daniel Lelchuk shows us how to navigate the intricacies of the work, which range from how to plan emotional high points to how to pace ritardandi. We also learn about creating a deep, rich tone, which is crucial for a successful performance of this work.
Performance
In this lesson, tonebase Cello Lead Daniel Lelchuk and tonebase Piano Lead Dominic Cheli perform the third movement of Rachmaninoff's Cello Sonata.
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Dominic Cheli’s career includes debuts at Walt Disney Concert Hall and at Carnegie Hall. He has CDs out on the Naxos and Delos labels and is the Head of Piano at tonebase.

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