Universal Edition Berio - O King - Mezzo Soprano Flute Clarinette Violon Violoncelle Et Piano
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Summary of This Score
Titled "Partitur - P - for mezzo soprano, flute, clarinet, violin, cello and piano," this score juxtaposes a mezzo-soprano voice with a compact instrumental ensemble, where each timbre plays an expressive role. The flute and clarinet provide a palette of colors and breaths, while the violin and cello build the melodic foundation and depth of the spectrum. The piano, at the heart of the ensemble, supports the harmony, articulates transitions, and reinforces the precision of attacks during rehearsal.
This formation encourages fine work on the balance and projection of the voice against the instruments, as well as on the clarity of the lines. It is particularly suitable for musicians seeking a score for mezzo-soprano with chamber ensemble, whether in an educational setting (chamber music, interpretation, sight-reading) or for concert programming. The reduced ensemble size facilitates coordination while offering enough contrasts to develop listening skills, text interpretation, and dynamic control within the group.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Instrumentation | mezzo-soprano, flute, clarinet, violin, cello, and piano | ||
Questions frequently asked
What instrumentation is required for Berio's O King?
The instrumentation includes a mezzo-soprano, flute, clarinet, violin, cello, and piano.
Is this score suitable for a chamber music ensemble?
The intended ensemble pairs a mezzo-soprano voice with five instruments: flute, clarinet, violin, cello, and piano. The small ensemble size facilitates coordination among performers. It also allows exploring the balance between vocal projection and instrumental lines.
What is the role of the piano in this ensemble?
The piano supports the harmony, articulates transitions, and enhances the precision of attacks during rehearsals.
For which voice is the vocal part written?
The vocal part is written for a mezzo-soprano. It is part of an ensemble comprising flute, clarinet, violin, cello, and piano.
What musical genre is indicated for this Berio work?
The indicated musical genre is classical. This score is categorized under sheet music publications.



