Leonovich - 2 Christmas Carols, a fantasy for cello and piano

This fun two-part fantasy is based on the Ukrainian carol “Sleep, Jesus, Sleep” (Спи, Ісусе, спи!) and “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear.” The arrangement brings together two contrasting Christmas melodies: the first meditative and tender, the second transformed into a lively polonaise.

This version presents the fantasy for cello and piano. The cello carries the lyrical and festive character of the two carols, while the piano part provides harmonic color, rhythmic energy, and a fuller concert texture.

This arrangement is suitable for intermediate cellists and works well for recitals, Christmas programs, church services, or seasonal studio performances. A recording of the cello-piano version may be heard here: https://youtu.be/KiohYnYZF4U

ASTA level: 2.5–3