POULENC, Francis
Sonata for Cello and Piano FP 143
IV. Finale
Emil Rovner, visiting professor
Eva Arderíus Esteban, student
Miguel Ángel Ortega Chavaldas, accompanying pianist
Following the performance of the Finale of Poulenc’s Cello Sonata and clarifying a doubt regarding a score indication, the professor comments that the important opening chords require more volume and intensity, a wider vibrato, and greater freedom of expression, allowing for a little more time in certain moments. Each accent must also be clearly marked. In the following passage, the fortissimo must be sustained without diminishing.
Further on, Rovner suggests a shorter articulation to make it sound more dance-like. He also suggests separating certain notes more and not playing them ‘tenuto’.
The “doucement chantée” section should be played mezzoforte. In the final chords, more vibrato is also required on the double stops so that it does not sound muted but rather with a wilder intensity. Finally, Rovner insists on emphasizing dynamic contrasts more at certain points, according to the indications written in the score.
Language: Spanish
