# Dido's Lament from Dido and Aeneas: String Orchestra Conductor Score

- **Brand:** Alfred Music
- **Price:** $5.00
- **Catalog:** alfred
- **Retailer:** alfred
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- **GTIN:** 9781571344373

## Summary

String orchestra conductor score for 'Dido's Lament' from Dido and Aeneas by Henry Purcell, arranged by William Ryden.

## Description

The most well-known aria from English Purcell's (1659-1695) three-act tragic opera Dido and Aeneas, Dido's Lament (also "When I am laid in Earth") is sung by the title character near the end of the opera as she prepares to die of a broken heart. This arrangement for string orchestra by William Ryden is perfect for an ensemble seeking the opportunity to showcase their expressive playing.

## Categories

- **Categories:** Shipped

## Enrichment

- **Type:** sheet music
- **Type Synonyms:** musical score, conductor score, orchestral arrangement
- **Tags:** string orchestra, classical music, opera aria, printed music
- **Category Path:** Media > Sheet Music
- **Music genre:** Opera
- **Compatible instrument:** Cello, Double bass, Viola, Violin
- **Canonical Brand:** Alfred Music

## Images

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