It's not the cello -- but, almost! Have you ever listened to music for
viols? They are the precursor to cellos, violas and violins, and I find the
sound absolutely haunting.
Try suites for viol from Marin-Marais, or M. de Saint-Colombe (Did you
ever see TOUS LES MATINS DU MONDE?). I love the way Jordi Savall plays --
you may start with his recordings.
Miguel Muelle
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