Sir Peter Maxwell Davies (1934-2016)

The Birds (2007)

for solo voice and ensemble

  • General information
    • Composition date: 2007
    • Duration: 14 mn
    • Publisher: Chester Music
    • Opus: 280
    • Commission: Lydia Michael Trust
    • Libretto (details, author):

      Texte de Kenneth Steven.

Detailed formation
  • soloist: mezzo-soprano
  • flute, clarinet, horn, trombone, percussion, harp, violin, viola, cello, double bass

Premiere information

  • Date: 26 June 2007
    Location:

    Royaume-Uni, Glasgow


    Performers:

    Jane Irwin, mezzo-soprano, Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama Ensemble