Errollyn Wallen

Daedalus

With "Daedalus", the renowned Edition Peters presents a captivating and expressive work for mezzo-soprano and string quartet. The masterful combination of a warm, evocative medium vocal range with the rich, nuanced texture of two violins, viola, and cello unfolds an intense musical narrative. Inspired by the mythological figure of Daedalus, this composition takes performers and audiences alike on a captivating journey filled with emotional depth, technical refinement, and atmospheric tension. This meticulously edited full score offers ensembles, conductors, and music scholars a clear, comprehensive insight into the intricate interplay of all parts. An extraordinary piece and a brilliant addition to sophisticated chamber music and contemporary vocal repertoires.