Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971)
A Sermon, a Narrative and a Prayer (1960 -1961)
cantata, for contralto, tenor, narrator, choir and orchestra
- General information
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Composition date:
1960 - 1961
- Duration: 16 mn
- Publisher: Boosey & Hawkes
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Libretto (details, author):
La Bible, Nouveau Testament en anglais : les Romains VIII.24–5, les Hébreux XI.1, XII.29; les Actes VI–VII ; sermon de T. Dekker
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Composition date:
1960 - 1961
- Type
- Vocal music and instrument(s) [3 solo voices or more, choir(s) and orchestra]
Detailed formation
- soloists: 1 solo contralto, 1 solo tenor, 1 narrator
- mixed choir
- 1 flute, 1 alto flute, 2 oboes, 1 clarinet, 1 bass clarinet, 2 bassoons, 4 horns, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, 1 bass trombone, 1 tuba, 2 percussionists, 1 harp, 1 piano, strings
Premiere information
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Date:
23 February 1962
Location:Suisse, Bâle
Performers:Paul Sacher : direction.