This is Episode 37 and is again based on the great historical work by Joseph Wasielewski, The Violoncello and Its History. 

It come from the Chapter titled The Art of Violoncello Playing in the 18th Century. This is the second section in that chapter: Germany.

The Cello was gaining in popularity quickly in Germany. It soon found its place in the Orchestra and then as a solid solo instrument. However, the proponents of the instrument were still working out many of the technical issues that are different to the Viola da Gamba.

In this episode, I explore the introduction of Cello in the German speaking countries and a handful of cellists who wrote works extensively for their instrument. 

Solos, duets, and fugues feature by: Triemer, Schetky, Arnold, Uber, Baumgärtner, and even Duport.

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