SKU: A0.766985

Dido's Lament, from Purcell's opera Dido and Aeneas, is far more expressive and dramatic than one would expect, given its use throughout of a ground bass (a repeated 5-bar bass line).  One key to this is that the phrases begin and end at various points in the five measures.  I've included all of Purcell's expressive techniques (particularly the suspensions) in this five-part string texture.  There is a supportive piano part throughout.  Level: intermediate or above.  Duration: 2:35 .

SKU: A0.984625

Dido's Lament (When I am laid in earth) is the final aria of Purcell's opera, Dido and Aeneas. A faithful transcription of an aria that is unquestionably among the most beautiful and saddest arias in the operatic literature. This transcription is sold in 2 versions: the original key of g minor and d minor.  Makes a great addition to any bassoon recital.

SKU: A0.725163

The Dido & Aeneas Orchestral Suite’ is a 21st Century Imagineering of Henry Purcell’s legendary work, told through a special selection of instrumental dances and never seen before new orchestrations of key vocal sections.

This fifteen minute programmatic experience for Symphonic String Orchestra and Piano is in five key movements and includes specially composed parts for Double Bass and a fully integrated Piano part as key players within the ensemble.

It is a bold, exciting and wildly emotional Imagineering of the Dido & Aeneas tragedy.

​Duration: 15:00
Level: Advanced (UK Grade 7+ & USA 3+)
Occasion: Concert - Festivals - Competitions - Orchestral Clinics - Concert Finale
Orchestration: String Orchestra & Piano