Invocation for Chorus and Orchestra
Emma Lou Diemer
About this work:
Commissioned by St. Lawrence University for the Steinman Music Festival. Premiered by Choral Society under Robert Jones in 1986 at St. Lawrence University, NY. The text is by May Sarton. The style is somewhat minimalistic, intense. The chorus sings sustained pitches, building chords, while orchestra furnishes active, vital "background".
Year composed: 1986
Duration: 00:10:00
Ensemble type: Orchestra:Standard Orchestra
Instrumentation: 1 Piccolo, 2 Flute, 2 Oboe, 2 Clarinet, 2 Bassoon, 4 Horn in F, 3 Trumpet, 2 Trombone, 1 Bass Trombone, 1 Tuba, 1 Timpani, 3 Percussion (General), 1 Vibraphone, 1 Piano, 1 Strings (General), 1 Harp, 1 SS, 1 AA, 1 TT, 1 BB
Instrumentation notes: Harp and piano as well as standard orchestra.