12 Variations in C on ''Ah! Vous Dirais-Je, Maman'', K.265 for two cellos by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Arranged by Blaise Dejardin. Published by Opus Cello
Opus Cello specializes in high-quality cello arrangements, often for 2 or more cellos, from the classical repertory and beyond. Its music has been performed by the likes of Yo-Yo Ma, Gautier Capucon, Kian Soltani, Sol Gabetta, Frans Helmerson, and more, as well as the Boston Cello Quartet and cello sections of major orchestras from around the world. First spearheaded by Blaise Dejardin, principal cellist of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, it has grown to feature arrangements by Aurelien Sabouret, Sebastien Walnier, Renaud Guieu, and James Barralet. These publications help to greatly expand the repertoire for avid cello ensembles and chamber groups.
Mozart's wrote a delightful set of 12 Variations (K.265) on the children's song ''Ah! Vous Dirais-Je Maman'' (known in English as Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star) for piano. This two-cello arrangement by Blaise Dejardin further broadens the Mozart repertory for cellists and cello duos. Includes one performance part. Advanced level, Grade 5.
