Rutter, John
Lament for the holy city
- ISBN 13:
- 9780193523081
- author:
- Rutter, John
- format:
- Sheet music
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 12
- Dimensions:
- 31.3 x 22.3 x 0.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Music, Genres & Styles, Classical
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Lament for the Holy City by John Rutter is a beautiful and expressive piece extracted from his large-scale work Visions. This solo violin line features long phrases, double stopping in thirds and sixths, and a quasi-improvised section, making it an ideal concert work for advanced violinists. The piece showcases Rutter's mastery of musical composition, with its hauntingly beautiful melody and intricate instrumental arrangements. As part of the Visions collection, Lament for the Holy City offers a unique opportunity to explore the expressive potential of solo violin repertoire.