Elis Pehkonen

The English composer with the Finnish name

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Ode to Saint Cecilia

Elis PehkonenChorus and Orchestra (38 mins)


Commission

Commissioned by John Smith and the Bedford Choral Society, 1998.


Details

Soprano soloist. SATB choir and small orchestra. 1 Flute, 2 Oboes, 2 Bassoons, 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones, Timpani, Harp and Strings 44221

Settings of texts by Striggio, Milton, Campion & Crashaw. The ideal occasional work but not just for November 22nd! Goes well with Handel Ode to Saint Cecilia.

Music that is full of vitality and sustained lyricism. A work for a top-quality soprano soloist to get her teeth into!


Performances

First performed at Bedford Town Hall. Soprano soloist Hilary Thomas.


Available

Score hire through Oxford University Press: for chorus and orchestra (#C7784).

Sample CD recording available from Corinium Music. Write for more information.

Upcoming Performances

Nov 14th Elis Pehkonen will be present for the performance of The Russian Requiem at Ripon Cathedral.

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