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Curlew River

Plomer, William(Libretto by)Britten, Benjamin(By (composer))
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Full Score (paper) Inspired by a performance of the 15th century Noh-play, The Sumida River, Britten presents this Parable in the form of a medieval religious drama with plainsong taking the place of the traditional ancient Japanese music.

The simple yet moving story tells of a demented mother who seeks her lost son, only to find his grave by the side of the Curlew River.

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Product Details
Faber Music Ltd
0571507204 / 9780571507207
Paperback / softback
28/10/1983
United Kingdom
176 pages
232 x 311 mm, 982 grams
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