Sir John Tavener (1944-2013)

Lament for Jerusalem (2002)

for soprano, countertenor, mixed choir and ensemble


stage work

  • General information
    • Composition date: 2002
    • Duration: 50 mn
    • Publisher: Chester Music
    • Commission: Ars Musica Australis
Detailed formation
  • soloists: soprano, countertenor
  • mixed choir [SATB]
  • 2 flutes (also alto flute), oboe, 4 horns, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, tubular bells, 3 singing bowls, harp, strings

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