The work consists of a single movement subdivided into several sections representing the vision experienced by Don Quixote on his deathbed. The energetic and confused rhythm in the initial part of the composition is succeeded by moments of intensive grand drama before coming to a close in an atmosphere of despair, an almost nihilistic vision of Don Quijote himself who is doomed to continuing failure. Here, Quixote appears devoid of all heroism and greatness: he is a man contemplating his downfall at the end of his life. His feelings of pain and fruitless struggles take centre stage: this is the Quijote whom we will all experience at the end of our days. Pedro Halffter

Publisher

Schott Music

Composer

Pedro Halffter

Instrument

Cello

Format

Cello Solo

Pages

12

ISBN

9790001219464

Stock code

CB340

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