A substantial work for cello and piano, which explores a range of emotions and moods. For professional players.


Opus No : 90

Category : Chamber Works / cello

Year : 1999

Duration : 22'00"

Commissioned by : Euan Murdoch


Instrumentation: for cello and piano; in four movements

Level : 4 - challenging for professional musicians

Available from the composer


Programme Note

for Cello and Piano

The Blue Sonata, for Cello and Piano was commissioned by Euan Murdoch, with funding from Creative New Zealand, for performance by Euan and pianist, Terence Dennis.

It is in four movements:
I - Grave - Andante energico
II - Allegretto
III - Adagio mesto
IV - Allegro vigoroso

Dedicated to Euan Murdoch