This Cello Sonata dates from 1887 and was dedicated to the famous German cellist, Julius Klengel. Suitable for intermediate cellist. Under the influence of Brahms and Herzogenberg, Smyth eschewed writing a work to show off the performer's technique. Instead she produced a profound work which is about tonal color. The big opening movement, Allegro moderato, is tonally dark but not brooding. There is much exploring of the cello's various registers. The main theme has a Brahmsian cast. The middle movement, Adagio non troppo, begins quietly in a somber mood. The cello melody is sad and reflective. The finale, Allegro vivace, begins as a tarantella but Smyth cleverly plays with the rhythm. The second theme is lyrical and slower.
- ISMN: 9790014120320 (M014120320)
