English Translation by Robert Shaw; Performance Edition by Cory D. Wikan

Few know Johannes BrahmssA German Requiemas well as Robert Shaw, who performed the work over a hundred times, including on two acclaimed recordings. With this scholarly edition, Cory D. Wikan preserves the characteristically meticulous work of Shaw, who was exceptionally dedicated to ensuring the composers message was revealed in every performance he led.

Wikans edition is a thorough, clean, and scholarly score that is equally suited for performances in English or German and, most importantly, is based on extensive research of and experience with Shaws methods.