Symphony of Psalms
For chorus and orchestra
The Symphony of Psalms is a choral symphony in three movements composed by Igor Stravinsky in 1930 during his neoclassical period. The work was commissioned by Serge Koussevitzky to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The symphony derives its name from the use of Psalm texts in the choral parts.
Movements
- “Exaudi orationem meam, Domine”
- “Expectans expectavi Dominum”
- “Alleluia, laudate Dominum”
Recommended recordings
- CBC Symphony Orchestra · Igor Stravinsky YouTubeSpotify (subscription)
- Berliner Philharmoniker · Pierre Boulez YouTubeSpotify (subscription)