Halim El-Dabh (1921-2017)

Ramesses the Great (1987)

Symphony No. 9

  • General information
    • Composition date: 1987
    • Commission: Memphis Symphony Orchestra
Detailed formation
  • 4 flutes, 3 oboes, 4 clarinets, 3 bassoons, 4 horns, 4 trumpets, 3 trombones, 1 tuba, 4 percussionists, harp, 8 violins, 7 second violins, 6 violas, 5 cellos, 4 double basses

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