Elisabeth - Die Schatten Werden Laenger by Abmaj9
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Die Schatten werden länger (Reprise) – Full Score
📌 Piece Information
Title: Die Schatten werden länger (Reprise)
Source: Musical Elisabeth
Composer: Sylvester Levay
Lyricist: Michael Kunze
Score Pages: 17
🎼 Instrumentation
This score is transcribed from the original orchestration of the musical Elisabeth. Instrumentation is as follows:
Woodwinds
Alto Flute (A. Fl.)
English Horn (E. Hn.)
B♭ Clarinet (Cl. in B♭)
Brass
Horn in F (D Hn. in F) × 2
B♭ Trumpet (Tpt. in B♭)
Trombone (Tbn.)
Rhythm / Electric Section
Drum Kit (D. Kit)
Electric Guitar (El. Guit.)
Electric Bass (El. B.)
Keyboard
Piano (Pno.)
Other Instruments
Glockenspiel (Jngu.)
Solo Cello (Vc.)
Solo Violin (Vln.)
Vocal Parts
Solo Voices (Vo.) × 2
Soprano (S.)
Mezzo-soprano (Mzs.)
Alto (A.)
Tenor (T.)
Baritone (Bar.)
Bass (B.)
Strings
Violins I (Vlns. 1)
Violins II (Vlns. 2)
Violas (Vlas.)
Cellos (Vcs.)
🎤 About the Song
Die Schatten werden länger is a classic piece from the German musical Elisabeth. The Reprise version is an important number in Act II, in which Death (Tod) sings to Crown Prince Rudolf.
In this song, Death attempts to lead Rudolf towards death with a highly seductive vocal line. The theme is dark and full of tension, vividly portraying the inner struggle and despair of the character. The lyrics include iconic lines such as "Die Schatten werden länger, Es wird Abend, eh' dein Tag begann" ("The shadows are growing longer, evening falls before your day has begun"). This is one of the most representative melodies of the entire musical.
This number is closely tied to the fate of Crown Prince Rudolf in Act II and serves as a key turning point driving the tragedy towards its climax.
📁 File Format
PDF format, Conductor’s Score (Full Orchestral Score)
All parts presented in one full score – suitable for rehearsal, performance, or study
⚠️ Important Notice
This score is a personal transcription, not an official published edition. There may be minor errors in notes, rhythms, or markings – please bear with any "bugs."
This score is arranged based on the original orchestration of the musical Elisabeth, featuring a hybrid ensemble of electric band and orchestra. It is suitable for musical theatre orchestras, school theatre groups, and community theatre companies for rehearsal and performance.
If you find any mistakes, feedback is warmly welcome, and I will continue to revise and improve it.
💡 Target Audience
Conductors and musicians in musical theatre orchestras
Musical theatre enthusiasts for study and collection
Conducting students for score analysis
Creators who wish to arrange or adapt the piece for other ensembles
