Ikon of St Seraphim (1988)

for countertenor, 4 basses, 2 violins, mixed choir and ensemble

by Sir John Tavener (1944-2013)

general information

composition date
1988
duration
30min
publisher
Chester Music
Commission
St. Endellion Festival
Libretto (details, author)

Mother Thekla

type

Vocal music and instrument(s) (Voice(s) and/or choir(s), solo instrument(s) and ensemble/orchestra)

detailed formation

Soloist
mixed choir [SATB], countertenor, 4 bass voices, 2 violins

2 trumpets, 2 trombones, 2 bass trombones, tam-tam, strings

information about the creation

date
August 7, 1988
location
Royaume-Uni, St Endellion, Collegiate Church of St Endelienta
interpreters
Stephen Varcoe, baryton ; St Endellion Festival Chorus and Orchestra ; Richard Hickox, direction

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