Lee, Melodic Studies For Cello Op. 31 Bk 1 (Peters)
Sebastian Lee (1805-1887) was a German cellist and teacher who worked in France and Germany. He studied under Johann Nikolaus Prell and played at the Paris Opéra. He wrote a cello method book called "Méthode pratique pour le violoncelle, Op. 30," which is still used today. Lee's notable compositions include "40 Easy Etudes for Violoncello, Opus 70" and a series of cello studies, including "Thema mit Variationen", which has a memorable melody.