This work was commissioned by DOM in association with Canty who gave the first performance in York Minster on 23rd October 2008.This brief motet for four voices and renaissance bray harp was written in the South of France inFebruary 2007. It is a setting of two Hadiths or sayings attributed to the Prophet Mohammed. The words convey something of the great mystery of the Absolute and the Beautiful One who is immanent and yet hidden. The music shouldbe performed with great purity in a resonant acoustic. If a renaissance bray harp is not available the harp part may be played on a contemporary instrument. I was a Hidden Treasure; And I longed to be known; So Icreated the world.God is a Beautiful Being And He loves Beauty.

Uses: General Music Appreciation ConcertScripture: Psalm 66:4; James 5:13; Psalm 96:1Leaping joyfully from the score this music of unbridled energy calls the world to jubilant praise. Masterfullyamalgamating classic sacred poetry along with words from the Psalms this general use anthem is equally at home in the sanctuary or concert hall. Whether done with piano alone with brass and percussion or with the fullorchestration you will ignite the spirit of song in a bright new way with this amazing composition. Available separately: SATB SSAA StudioTrax CD (Accompaniment Split-Trax Performance) Brass & Percussion parts FullOrchestration CD-ROM (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 (Fl. 2 dbl. Piccolo) Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpets 1-3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timpani Percussion 1&2 Harp Piano Violin 1&2 Violin Cello DoubleBass). Duration: ca. 2:39.

I Wonder as I Wander. Already a haunting melody, this setting is even more captivating with the addition of the oboe obbligato. Although piano can always accompany adequately, the use of harp furthers the mystic sonorities. This is a stunning Christmas concert selection of medium difficulty.

A major work for a mature larger women's choir the concept of this piece is inspired by the composer's never-forgotten visit to the Yad Vashem Centre in Israel. The combined text is from Genesis original text by the composer and names of children of the Holocaust. Both dramatic and intimate this work would be an important experience for your choir and the audience alike. Instrumental accompaniment (score and parts) available separately (harp piano viola handbells or chimes crotales). Duration: ca. 7:20.

Now in a setting for women's voices this haunting and beautiful beloved Christmas song will be an excellent choice for your holiday program! An added separate harp part offers an alternative to either celesta or piano accompaniment. For high school college church and community choirs. Also available for SATB divisi. Duration: ca. 2:50.