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Pianos
Cielistellati 97-Keyed Grand Piano $625,000
For far too long, pianos have been limited to A0 – C8. Why do they have to stop at A0? Why have makers not been pushing the grand piano to what it is fully capable of? What could be so scary about C0? Only very few have attempted, and now Cielistellati has joined the niche. Freely allow your fingers to dance across 8 complete octaves with this masterpiece. Go to depths you have never been able to go before! The contrabass range is waiting for a brave, skilled pianist to go down there.
Cielistellati 88-Keyed Piano $365,000
A fine grand piano is a must in the home of any serious pianist. One that sounds, looks, and responds beautifully, is a true keeper. Some people get tired of the bulk of the traditional grand piano, but this is one piano that you do not want to get rid of.
Recorders
Cielistellati Wooden Soprano Recorder in C $2000
Often seen as a disposable children’s toy, but surely it is not. The Cielistellati soprano recorders are made from fine wood, and built with expertise to ensure that sweet, high-pitched sounds are produced. But of course, you will have to play it respectfully to get a respectful sound.
Cielistellati Wooden Tenor Recorder in C $2500
An octave below the more common soprano recorder. This admirable tenor recorder is keyless and made of sublime wood for a responsive, direct, nice sound. This allows it to be used in all sorts of musical styles.
Cielistellati Wooden Great Bass Recorder in C $5000
An octave below the tenor, two octaves below the soprano. Though a “bass” in name, the great bass actually has the voice of a tenor, as evidenced with its lowest note at C3. This exquisite great bass features brass keys to facilitate fingering, and spare you those painful finger stretches. The Cielistellati Great Bass has a lovely, warm timbre in its lower range, and sings in its upper range.
Cielistellati Wooden Alto Recorder in F $2200
An octave above the bass recorder in F. Due to all the soprano recorders being mass produced in plastic, it is easy to come under the impression that they are the main recorder of the recorder family. Truth is, they are not. That place would belong to the alto, also called treble recorder. History proves that the alto was the main recorder of choice, as evidenced by the numerous repertoire written for them. Today, they are still enjoyed by professional recorderists and serious amateurs alike. The Cielistellati Alto is a splendid specimen, suitable for playing in the orchestra and solo pieces.
Cielistellati Wooden Bass Recorder in F $3600
An octave below the treble recorder, an octave above the contrabass recorder in F. Though there are recorders that are far larger, the bass recorder remains the most common large recorder you will encounter. It is a sensible choice for recorderists looking to expand their repertoire. The Cielistellati’s refinement adds the reliability and intonation you would expect from an instrument at this price point. Being smaller than a great bass in C, it is also easier to handle. This instrument is keyed, and comes in three pieces for easy storage and assembly.
Cielistellati Contrabass Recorder in F $9000
Being two octaves below the alto, and octave below the bass, the contrabass recorder is a formidable instrument that requires a disciplined musician to play it. The Cielistellati Contrabasses feature brass keys, a wooden body, and wide bore to allow for a deep, rich sound, as well as to produce glorious harmonics.
Transverse Flutes
Cielistellati Silver Keyed Wooden Piccolo $7000
Handmade from solid wood, and pure silver keys. The Cielistellati Piccolo delivers a lot in its tiny package. The piccolo has been called for by a number of historical composers, and enjoys much use in today’s orchestras and bands.
Cielistellati Pure Silver Concert Flute $17,000
Also called C flute, or Western concert flute. Without a doubt, the concert flute is by far the most commonly encountered member of the transverse flute family. You see them in the orchestra, jazz groups, the military, concert bands, and even in your home? Stand apart from the pack with an exceptional pure silver concert flute from Cielistellati.
Cielistellati Pure Alto Flute $20,000
Need a flute that goes a bit lower than the standard concert flute? Something that has a range like the violin? This is the flute for you. In pure silver, too. Such a sweet package.
Cielistellati Pure Bass Flute $27,000
Pitched in C just like the more common concert flute, only one octave lower. The bass flute serves as the tenor voice of the transverse flute family. Aside from coming in pure silver, the Cielistellati not only offers dazzling looks, but has also offers a stronger sound than your average bass flute. You will not being overpowering the brass horns, but you should not have to be utterly drowned out by them either.
Clarinets
Cielistellati Bb Clarinet $12,000
The Bb clarinet is the most popular and widely used clarinet in its entire family. It is even said that there are more Bb flat clarinets in the world than all the other clarinet voices combined. A stretch? Not surprising, given the instruments big range, impressive dynamics, and suitability for many genres. The Cielistellati takes it further by adding signature refinement to keep your clarinet singing for the long term.
Cielistellati A Clarinet $13,000
The next most common clarinet in the orchestra would be the soprano A clarinet. Outside of classical settings, it is not used as frequently as its Bb counterpart. That said, the Bb and A clarinets are extremely similar, with the A only being slightly lower. Unlike certain other A clarinet models, you can count on the Cielistellati A Clarinet to deliver excellent intonation and first-rate craftsmanship.
Cielistellati Eb Clarinet $11,000
The Eb clarinet is smaller than its larger soprano counterparts Bb and A. For this reason, it is sometimes referred to as the sopranino of the clarinet family. The Cielistellati is a professional instrument that can be used in orchestral, chamber, and other settings of music. Its intonation, keywork, and leak-resistant pads make it less of nuisance in the upper register.
Cielistellati C Clarinet $11,000
The C clarinet is an interesting breed, being that it is a non-transposing clarinet. This means that you can play with your C flute friends, without worrying about transposing the piece. And because this is a Cielistellati model, bending keys, leaks, and horrible intonation will not plague your playing. You will enjoy a bright, responsive, clear, dynamic tone from your Cielistellati C Clarinet.
Cielistellati Eb Alto Clarinet $16,000
Torn between a fine soprano clarinet and bass clarinet? Consider the alto clarinet. Both its size and range sits between that of the bass and soprano clarinets. The Cielistellati Alto Clarinet has a responsive sound, and the warm, woody, tenor voice you would expect from the Eb Alto.
Cielistellati Bb Bass Clarinet $20,000
Behold the bass: The big, beautiful, powerful Cielistellati Bb Bass Clarinet! There are clarinets that are even larger and deeper, but the Bb bass is the most common bass voiced clarinet played. Like its Bb soprano sibling, the Bb bass enjoys the privilege of being featured in a wide variety of musical styles and settings. The Cielistellati Bb Bass is bravissimo!
Cielistellati Eb Contralto Clarinet $24,000
The bass clarinet does a fine job at playing the bass line. However, what happens when you start craving the contrabass register? That is where the contralto clarinet comes into play. Though a large instrument, it is more easily handled than the larger contrabass clarinets that go even lower than it does.
Saxophones
Cielistellati Bb Soprillo Saxophone $32,000
The soprillo saxophone, also called the sopranissimo, is the highest, tiniest member of the saxophone family. It is also rather rare. Even rarer, are fine ones made of gold and silver. The Cielistellati Soprillo gives you both beauty and intonation for your performances.
Cielistellati Eb Sopranino Saxophone $42,000
The sopranino is not as common as the larger soprano, but being in the same key as the baritone and alto, makes it a more natural choice for such players. Being very high-pitched, intonation can be an issue with cheap, poorly made models. Not the case with Cielistellati. Your sopranino will sound more like it is singing, as opposed to screaming. Oh, and it is also made of gold and silver, too.
Cielistellati Bb Soprano Saxophone $55,000
The soprano saxophone is a regular member of the common saxophone quartet. Unfortunately, likes its smaller siblings, it too, has a reputation of being painful to stay in tune. While good practicing and embouchure development certainly helps, take it a step further and get a first-rate Cielistellati Soprano. The golden body and silver keys shimmer like a soprano captivating her audience with her powerful voice.
Cielistellati Eb Alto Saxophone $74,000
Though it is not an official statistic by any means, it would be safe to assume that there very well may be more alto saxophones in the world, than all the others combined. Well, perhaps if you were to take the tenor saxophone out of the equation first, as it too, is extremely common. The Cielistellati Alto Saxophone is not common, however. It is a saxophone the represents the class of professional elites with its gold and silver build, and superior craftsmanship.
Cielistellati Bb Tenor Saxophone $95,000
If the Cielistellati Tenor were given a nickname, Tenor Top-notch would be its name. Like its alto counterpart, it is one of the most common, beloved saxophones in the world. Featured in jazz, blues, popular, and sometimes, though not commonly, even the orchestra. The Cielistellati Tenor’s keywork and build allows for amazing intonation, response, and contemporary sounds.
Cielistellati Eb Baritone Saxophone $345,000
The size and breath support of the baritone saxophone, is what causes it to be less chosen than the tenor and alto. That said, it is not a rare instrument, as it has a frequent appearance in jazz, marching bands, concert bands, popular culture, and yes, even some orchestras. Their low characteristic sound is what makes them a popular choice for musicians who must have that lovely low saxophone sound. Like the other Cielistellati saxophones, the Cielistellati Baritone has a golden body, silver keys, and exquisite engravings to keep you impressed for a lifetime. The build also allows for a solid tone, and great ease in producing contemporary harmonics.
Cielistellati Bb Bass Saxophone $420,000
Some say, “It’s too heavy”, “Too expensive”, “Only goes a third lower than baritone saxophone”, “Sounds too much like a baritone” and the list goes on. Are you afraid of the big, bad bass? Perhaps you are actually trying to get a hold of one, but do not know where to find the ultimate bass. Look no further than the Cielisellati Bass Saxophone. Gold, silver, engravings of your choice, and a structural build to allow for on-point tuning, this saxophone’s sound is extraordinarily powerful, yet can also be played exceptionally softly for more emotional music. The Cielistellati Bass is that ultimate bass you have been fantasizing about.
Orchestral Strings
Cielistellati Violin $25,000
Without a doubt, the violin is the most popular member within its family. It has a very rich history, and has expanded into many musical scenes, far beyond classical music. Its beautiful sound does not come naturally, however. It is learned through years of discipline, precision and practice. The same elements are applied to the Cielistellati violin, to result in an admirable instrument. And the best part? You do not have spends millions to get that ultra fine sound, normally found in instruments of that price point.
Cielistellati Viola $30,000
The viola has more jokes than players in a typical orchestra. But the serious musician, does not heed such jokes about it being the inferior counterpart to the violin. The serious violist will seek an instrument that has been made by a serious luthier. The serious violist needs an instrument that has a strong, rich sound, and fantastic build. A Cielisetallti viola will deliver these desired traits, and leave your audience appreciative of your performance.
Cielistellati Violoncello $50,000
The violoncello is well known for its sweet, rich, powerful sound. Traditionally, it has played a major role in classical music, still does, but is also used in other genres as well. Its big, flexible range can be credited to this, being able to play both lower and higher notes. The Cielisetallti Violoncello uses the finest wood and construction to give you a powerful instrument to last for decades. No need to pay millions for that ultra fine violoncello sound and body, when you choose Cielistellati.
Cielistellati Contrabass $90,000
Contrabass, double bass, orchestral string bass, acoustic bass, upright bass, standup bass, bull fiddle — the contrabass has more names than any of the orchestral strings. Despite being the bulkiest bowed string instrument in the modern orchestra, the contrabass enjoys extensive usage in a variety of genres. Its powerful sound and louder pizzicato can be credited to this. The Cielistellati contrabass differs from other basses, in that it comes standard with 5 strings, allowing for a bigger range, and more flexibility with the tuning. Contrabasses, especially fine ones, are far more expensive than their smaller counterparts, so it pays to invest in a Cielistellati bass.
Cielistellati Violoncello da Spalla $35,000
Ah, the elusive violoncello da spalla. Some claim that it was the original instrument of choice for Bach’s Cello Suite Number 6, due to the technicalities that occur. Despite its portability and musical range, the instrument has been largely overshadowed by the larger violoncello played between the legs. It has gotten to the point where it nearly went extinct. Today, almost nobody makes violoncellos da spalla, but Cielistellati does. Professional, beautiful, artful, 5-stringed ones, too. Since the instrument is played across the chest, being held by a strap, it is perfect for people who already play the violin or viola.
Brass
Cielistellati Solid Gold C Trumpet $75,000
Historically, trumpets were made out of various elements: wood, stone, clay, bark, bones and others. Today, brass instruments are almost always made out of brass. Solid gold? Virtually nobody has made a solid gold trumpet. Cielistellati has taken advantage of the missing hole by creating an exceptional solid gold C trumpet. The trumpet has always been a powerful instrument, so it is time to take not only the sound, but also the material of choice to the next level.
Cielistellati Solid Gold Eb Alto Trombone $125,000
Though not anywhere near as common as its larger tenor sibling, the alto trombone is an underappreciated telescopic horn. It has enjoyed much use in classical music, but has fallen heavily into disuse today. Thankfully, not entirely. If you have ever wanted to try something similar to larger trombones, yet is unique in its own right, the alto is the way to go. Cielistellati stands out from the pack by being the only maker to offer it in solid gold.
Cielistellati Solid Gold Bb Tenor Trombone $160,000
The tenor trombone is the most commonly encountered trombone within its family. A golden tenor trombone? No one has ever done that — except Cielistellati. Why buy a gold trombone? Because you can. Cielistellati trombones also come with exquisite engravings, making them even more dazzling than what they already are.
Cielistellati Solid Gold Bb Euphonium $170,000
Most people probably do not know, or care about where the euphonium’s name came from. It was derived from the ancient Greek word “euphonos” meaning sweet sound. Cielistellati takes the sweet factor of the euphonium to the next stage by offering it in solid gold. This effectively makes the instrument both magnificent in sound and appearance.
Cielistellati Solid Gold BBb Tuba $1,000,000
The tuba is largest, lowest, heaviest brass instrument within the orchestra. Oddly enough, such traits usually make an instrument unpopular, but this has not been the case for the tuba. Brass enthusiasts are clearly captivated by the gigantic horn’s subterranean contrabass range. The tuba is used in the orchestra, jazz, military and many other musical scenes. Cielistellati offers the majestic horn in solid gold! No only that, but also a stand, luggage, and guide for your massive, golden beauty. Ease of transport and playing are key to enjoying a horn of this and material.
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