The World

John Tavener · 1944–2013 · British

For voice, 2 violins, viola, cello

Level 5 · Advanced — about ABRSM 8 · RCM 9, for the voice part

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Ensemble: Other ensemble
Hardest part: Voice
Form: Full work
Length: About 10 min
Composed: 1997
Era: Contemporary

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Soprano and string quartet; recorded by Patricia Rozario and the Vanbrugh Quartet

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