Wolfgang Rihm (1952-2024)

Nachtwach (1987 -1988)

for eight voices, SATB mixed choir, four trombones and a woodblock played by the conductor

  • General information
    • Composition date: 1987 - 1988
    • Duration: 12 mn
    • Publisher: Universal Edition
    • Libretto (details, author):

      tiré de la bible

Detailed formation
  • ensemble of vocal soloists(2 solo soprano, 2 solo contralto, 2 solo tenor, 2 solo bass voice), mixed choir
  • 4 trombones, conductor (also wood block)

Premiere information

  • Date: 27 April 1988
    Location:

    Allemagne, Karlsruhe


    Performers:

    le Studio Vocale Karlsruhe, direction : Werner Pfaff.