Jephtha
Classification added January 28, 2016Premiered February 26, 1752
London, England. Covent Garden
Composer:
George Frideric Handel
Original Language:
English
Librettist:
Rev. Thomas Morell
Description:
Oratorio in Three Parts
Notes:
Book of Judges, Chapter 11
Time Period:
Biblical
Place:
unspecified
Classification key
- L – Leading
- F – Featured
- S – Supporting
- B – Solo Bit
- CB – Chorus Bit
- MB – Mute Bit
| Role | Voice Part | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Iphis | Soprano | L |
| Hamor | Countertenor | L |
| Jephtha | Tenor | L |
| Storge | Mezzo-Soprano | F |
| Zebul | Bass | F |
| An Angel | Soprano | S |
Minimum Chorus: 24
Divisi: SATB