Dies irae, based on the Apocalypse woodcuts by Albrecht Dürer, 3 organs and 3 trumpets, score and parts

Dies irae, nach den Holzschnitten Die Apokalypse von Albrecht Dürer, Partitur und Stimmen

The International Organ Week in Nuremberg which commissioned this work gave the composer the opportunity to compose for three organs: a very rare opportunity! Together with three trumpets, this one-movement piece makes full use of the tonal possibilities of the inner space of a church. It is especially the 'tutti' chords passed by one organ to the other that have an impressive effect.As son of a composer and music teacher, Rodion Shchedrin received a thorough education and training in Moscow. His previous oeuvre is convincing due to its dazzling colour, unmistakable sound and variety accomplished in all genres.