Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971)

Ebony concerto (1945)

for clarinet and jazz band

  • General information
    • Composition date: 1945
    • Duration: 11 mn
    • Publisher: Boosey & Hawkes
    • Dedication: Woody Herman
Detailed formation
  • soloist: 1 clarinet
  • 2 alto saxophones, 2 tenor saxophones, 1 baritone saxophone, 1 bass clarinet, 1 horn, 5 trumpets, 3 trombones, 2 percussionists, 1 harp, 1 guitar, 1 piano, 1 double bass

Premiere information

  • Date: 25 March 1946
    Location:

    États-Unis, New York, Carnegie Hall


    Performers:

    Woody Herman : clarinette, Woody Herman's Band, direction : Walter Hendel.