Benjamin Britten (1913-1976)

Canticle II (1952)

Abraham and Isaac, for contralto, tenor and piano

  • General information
    • Composition date: 1952
    • Duration: 17 mn
    • Publisher: Boosey & Hawkes
    • Opus: 51
    • Dedication: 'For Kalthleen Ferrier and Peter Pears'
    • Libretto (details, author):

      tiré du Chester Miracle Play

Detailed formation
  • 1 solo contralto, 1 solo tenor, 1 piano

Premiere information

  • Date: 20 January 1952
    Location:

    Nottingham


    Performers:

    Kalthleen Ferrier, Peter Pears et Benjamin Britten.