This work serves as a critical edition of Antonín Dvořák’s Polonaise for cello and piano, aiming to provide performers with an accurate and historically informed score. The edition, prepared by cellist Terry King, synthesizes the original manuscript intentions with modern performance practices to ensure clarity and technical precision. It addresses the specific challenges of balancing the cello’s lyrical capabilities against the rhythmic drive of the piano accompaniment in this dance-inspired composition.

Musicians and scholars frequently cite this edition for its balance of scholarly rigor and practical utility for performers. It is widely regarded as a standard resource for cellists seeking to interpret Dvořák’s specific stylistic requirements.