Todesfuge (Death Fugue)
Paul Celan's poem set for chamber orchestra and male voice
Score Videos
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Todesfuge (German)
Original German text by Paul Celan with musical setting
Death Fugue (English)
English translation with musical setting
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Sheet Music & Resources
The complete score for Todesfuge is available for download in both German and English versions. This composition is suitable for chamber orchestras and vocalists interested in contemporary repertoire with literary connections.
Performance Rights
This composition is an original setting of Paul Celan's poem. For performance inquiries or questions about rights, please contact through the contact page.