Imslp Kabalevsky Cello Concerto ~upd~ May 2026

Deeply introspective and "harrowing" compared to his earlier "socialist realist" style.

Spirited and rhythmic, featuring G minor themes with folk-like inflections. imslp kabalevsky cello concerto

Dmitry Kabalevsky’s cello concertos represent two vastly different stages of his career and Soviet musical history. While both are staples for cellists, they offer contrasting levels of technical difficulty and emotional depth. Deeply introspective and "harrowing" compared to his earlier

Most of his major works will not enter the public domain on IMSLP until 2038 (50 years after his 1987 death in Canada/Life+50 countries, or 70 years in the EU). While both are staples for cellists, they offer

It is technically accessible for advanced students yet musically rewarding for professionals, making it a popular choice for competitions. Cello Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 77 (1964)

A traditional three-movement form (Fast-Slow-Fast).

An elegiac movement dedicated to fallen soldiers of World War II, based on a melancholy Russian folk song.