Jobert Lemaitre - Les Ailes De L'augure - Soprano et 13 Instruments
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Summary of This Score
This score by Dominique Lemaitre fits within the aesthetic of contemporary music, with particular attention paid to the balance between the vocal line and instrumental writing. The soprano part holds a central role: it presents the musical material, carries the text, and drives the expression, while integrating into an ensemble texture where each instrument can become a partner, echo, or counterpoint. The "soprano and 13 instruments" ensemble allows exploration of varied color combinations, from precise unisons to layered sound planes, including more chamber-like passages where collective listening becomes crucial.
Designed for both the stage and workshop work, this score invites methodical preparation: establishing tempo markers, tuning intervals, precision of attacks, and control of dynamics. The contemporary style often requires careful reading of indications (articulations, dynamics, character) and fine coordination between voice and instruments. It is a relevant choice for an ensemble wishing to enrich its creation or contemporary music repertoire, and for performers seeking a work where the soprano voice unfolds within an elaborate, expressive, and contrasting instrumental setup.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Dominique Lemaitre | Genre | contemporary score |
| Instrumentation | soprano and 13 instruments | ||
Questions frequently asked
What instrumentation is required for Les Ailes De L'augure?
The score is written for a soprano and 13 instruments. The soprano voice carries the text and presents the musical material within the ensemble.
Is this Dominique Lemaitre score suitable for contemporary music?
The work belongs to contemporary classical repertoire. The writing connects the vocal line with instrumental textures, including unisons and sound layers.
What level of preparation is required for the soprano and 13 instruments part?
Methodical preparation is recommended to work on tempo cues and interval tuning. Precision of attacks and control of dynamics are key focus areas. Coordination between the soprano and 13 instruments relies on careful reading of articulations, dynamics, and character indications.
Does the soprano have a soloist role in this work?
The soprano part holds a central role: it carries the text, drives the expression, and integrates with the writing for the 13 instruments.
For what performance context is this score intended?
The work is designed both for the stage and for workshop settings. Chamber music passages require precise collective listening among ensemble members.



