Conductor's guide to Hanns Eisler's Lenin (Requiem)

Abstract

This is a comprehensive study for conductors who would like to prepare and plan the performance for Lenin (Requiem). The content including the thorough study of the piece itself, full preparation before the rehearsals, complete notes of each rehearsal, and feedback from participators. Lenin (Requiem) has not been frequently performed outside the Europe Continent due to the political sensitivity of composer himself and the significance of the piece. However, it is indeed a work with challenge and musically distinguished. By documenting the process of the preparation and performance, conductors could have better view of how to prepare this particular piece in the future.