Plea for Peace

Augusta Read Thomas · b. 1964 · American

For voice, 2 violins, viola, cello

Level 6 · Pre-diploma — about ARSM · RCM 10, for the voice part

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Ensemble: Other ensemble
Hardest part: Voice
Form: Short piece
Length: About 6 min
Composed: 2017
Era: Contemporary · woman composer

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A vocalise for soprano and string quartet

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