Vesper (1971)

Oratorio by George Frederik Händel, for seven voices and ensemble

by Georges Aperghis (1945)

general information

composition date
1971
duration
30min
publisher
Durand

type

Vocal music and instrument(s) (2 solo voices or more and ensemble of 10 to 25 instruments)

detailed formation

Soloist
2 solo sopranos, solo mezzo-soprano, solo countertenor, 2 solo tenors, solo bass voice

flute, oboe, 4 clarinets, horn, 4 trombones, 2 percussionists, timpani, harpsichord, electric organ, viola, cello, 4 double basses

information about the creation

date
November 16, 1971
location

France, Bordeaux

interpreters

Sigma, ensemble polyphonique de l'ORTF.

Part titles

  • I. Quid memoriam singula
  • II. Black and white ballad
  • II bis. récitatif La même phrase
  • III. Interlude blanc
  • IV. Récitatif La descente continua
  • V. Aria Vouloir tromper le ciel
  • V bis. Choral

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