Now adapted for SSAA by Richard Gabrillo Craig Hella Johnson's setting of Dolly Parton's Light of a Clear Blue Morning is infused with light and hopefulness as it opens with a solo soprano and gradually builds to a joyful overflowing of sound and vocal texture then gently relaxing into a reflective conclusion. With soprano recorder.

Similar to the superstitious Friday the Thirteenth Tuesday the Thirteenth is considered to be the day of bad luck in Spanish-speaking countries which is clearly illustrated in this proverb (Don't get married don't go on a trip and don't leave your house.). Rhythmic up-tempo and exploring the whole range of the women's choir Martes offers a great challenge for your more advanced singers.

This work is a celebration of the journey towards womanhood with its joys mysteries and possibilities. Spirited ascending melodies dance-like rhythms and vocal percussive sounds unfold into a structured improvisation wherein the members of the choir whisper their aspirations for the future together forming a sea of sonic dreams.