Haydn’s Second Cello Concerto was composed nearly 20 years after his first, and it is quite different than the first. More melodic and relaxed, the second concerto is also significantly more challenging. The authenticity of this piece was questioned for some time as well, until Haydn’s signature was discovered on the manuscript in 1951.
Klengel produced a piano reduction (EP3049) in 1906 and Soldan produced a score (EP4352) in 1934. This edition can be played with Soldan’s full score and parts.
1. Allegro moderato
2. Adagio
3. Allegro
Arrangement: Violoncello and Piano
Edition Type: Piano Reduction
Publisher: Peters Edition
Catalogue Number: EP3049
ISMN: 9790014013745 (M014013745)
Date Published: 12th Apr 2001