Name: Funiculì, Funiculà - Cello & Piano in Bb Major - Intermediate (arr. MissoRB) by Luigi Denza Cello and Piano Digital Sheet Music
Brand: MissoRB
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Funiculì, Funiculà - Cello & Piano in Bb Major - Intermediate (arr. MissoRB)
by Luigi Denza Cello and Piano - Digital Sheet Music

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Product Details

Title Funiculì, Funiculà - Cello & Piano in Bb Major - Intermediate (arr. MissoRB)

Artist Luigi Denza

Score Type

PDF, Included with PASS

Composer Luigi Denza

Arranger MissoRB

Format Digital Sheet Music

Pages 10

Arrangement Cello and Piano

Publisher MissoRB

Level 3

Product ID 1784761

Genre Traditional Classical 19th Century Historic

Instruments Cello Piano

Product Description

This intermediate-level cello and piano arrangement of "Funiculì, Funiculà" by Luigi Denza features the original Neapolitan lyrics placed under the cello melody for expressive reference. Composed in 1880 with lyrics by Peppino Turco, the piece was created to celebrate the opening of the Mount Vesuvius funicular railway. This version adapts the iconic melody to the cello's lyrical register while maintaining its joyful and energetic character, supported by a simplified piano accompaniment.

What youll find in this sheet music:
Cello solo with intermediate piano accompaniment
Original Neapolitan lyrics placed under the melody
Adapted phrasing and rhythm for the cellos range
Ideal for recitals, cultural programs, or study
Balanced between musical expression and playability
Preserves the charm and vitality of the original piece

About the music:
Written in 1880, Funiculì, Funiculà was composed by Luigi Denza and Peppino Turco to commemorate the new cable railway to Mount Vesuvius. It quickly rose to international fame and became a symbol of Neapolitan musical tradition.

About the instruments Cello & Piano:
The cello brings a warm, lyrical tone to the famous melody, supported by a piano part that balances rhythmic drive and harmonic clarity. The arrangement emphasizes expressive playing while staying accessible to intermediate-level musicians.

This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.