Sir Harrison Birtwistle (1934-2022)

An die Musik (1988)

for soprano and ensemble

  • General information
    • Composition date: 1988
    • Duration: 5 mn
    • Publisher: Universal Edition
    • Libretto (details, author):

      Rainer Maria Rilke

Detailed formation
  • soloist: solo soprano
  • flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, percussionist, violin, second violin, viola, cello, double bass

Premiere information

  • Date: 4 May 1988
    Location:

    Royaume-Uni, Londres, Queen Elizabeth Hall


    Performers:

    Elizabeth Laurence : soprano, London Sinfonietta, direction : Harrison Birtwistle.