Choral (SSAA a cappella)
SKU: HL.48024903
Marian Antiphone SSAA
a cappella. Composed
by Arnesen and Kim
André. BH Large
Choral. Classical,
General Worship, Sacred.
Octavo. 16 pages.
Duration 300 seconds.
Boosey & Hawkes
#M060137020. Published by
Boosey & Hawkes
(HL.48024903).
UPC:
840126930771.
This
setting of Ave Regina
c''lorum (Hail, O Queen
of Heaven), one of the
four Marian antiphons
with origins in the 4th
century, is ajoyous work
for upper voices,
suitable for children's
or women's choirs. It is
full of energy and,
although it is largely
homophonic, the rhythmic
interplay between the
parts creates interesting
textures which combine
with Arnesens
recognisable, beautiful
harmonic language. The
jubilant outer sections
contrast with a slower,
more mysterious middle
section where the text
speaks of the Virgin
Marys beauty. A joy to
both sing and listen to,
this new piece will make
an attractive addition to
a concert or service.