Suite from Memoirs of a Geisha for Cello and Orchestra

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The Suite from Memoirs of a Geisha is a concert work based on John Williams’ 2005 film score of the same name. The piece is written for a symphony orchestra and a cello soloist. Williams wrote it specifically with the famed cellist Yo-Yo Ma in mind, who had also performed on the original soundtrack of the film.

The suite premiered in the autumn of 2008 with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Yo-Yo Ma as the soloist and John Williams himself conducting. It was recorded live at the event and has been since released on Sony Masterworks label.

Annotation last modified on 2012-05-25 13:14 UTC.

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composer:John Williams (American score composer)
VIAF ID:249708372 [info]
parts:1. Suite from Memoirs of a Geisha for Cello and Orchestra: I. Sayuri's Theme
2. Suite from Memoirs of a Geisha for Cello and Orchestra: II. Going to School
3. Suite from Memoirs of a Geisha for Cello and Orchestra: III. The Chairman's Waltz
4. Suite from Memoirs of a Geisha for Cello and Orchestra: IV. Brush on Silk
5. Suite from Memoirs of a Geisha for Cello and Orchestra: V. Chiyo's Prayer
6. Suite from Memoirs of a Geisha for Cello and Orchestra: VI. Becoming a Geisha