Richard Wagner

Prelude from Tristan and Isolde

Experience Richard Wagner's epochal masterpiece in an exceptionally warm and profound tonal setting: the famous Prelude to "Tristan and Isolde" unfolds with extraordinary emotional power in this masterful arrangement for six cellos. The velvety, expressive timbre of the cello ensemble perfectly captures the insatiable longing, daring harmonies, and dramatic climaxes of the original—from the legendary Tristan chord to the deeply moving resolution. Published by the renowned Universal Edition, this high-quality edition includes the full score as well as all individual parts. An outstanding addition to the repertoire for cello ensembles, conservatories, and ambitious chamber music formations looking to present an unforgettable concert highlight steeped in late-Romantic magic.