Fauré Papillon Op. 77 for Cello and Piano BookAfter the great success of his Elegie (HN 563), Faur's publisher Hamelle urged him to write another, similarly effective piece for cello and piano. Papillon was probably already composed in 1884, though it was only published in 1898. Whereas Faur just wanted to call it "Piece for violoncello", his publisher insisted on a more evocative title, and ultimately succeeded in giving it its present name (meaning "butterfly"). But Faur is said to have been

Please note: picture shows normal heart height bridge

conducting

and Pirastro Obligato or Evah Pirazzi strings

Violin set-up includes a fine ebony tailpiece and chin rest

The solid Nickel silver screw feeds into the end of the stick via a specially designed metal insert and nipple

10 inch total length (254 mm)

easy duets

Wenzinger`s year-long experience in the field of the performance practice of early music has left its mark on this edition and makes an outstanding guide for an authentic interpretation

This rosin brings forth the full sound spectrum

Stamped: TOURTE

silvery wire lapping and three part screw

Set includes G and C strings