Common Tones in Simple Time (1979)

for orchestra

by John Adams (1947)

general information

composition date
1979
duration
22min
publisher
Associated Music Publishers

type

Instrumental ensemble music (Double wind orchestra)

detailed formation

3 flutes (also 3 piccolos), 2 oboes, 3 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, 2 pianos, 2 percussionists, strings

information about the creation

date
January 30, 1980
location

États-Unis, San Francisco, Hellman Hall

interpreters

l'Orchestre du conservatoire de musique de San Francisco, direction : John Adams.


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