Item Number: PL.0617
* melodic motive, introduced by the organ and developed in the vocal writing, are used in imitation, inversion, duetting and trios * articulation markings in the organ part give buoyancy, and support the contrasting legato vocal line * organ part serves as a bridge into the middle section, introducing a sweeping melody that carries over the bar lines, weaving right into the vocal entrances * use of hemiola, syncopation and subtle harmonic shifts add energy and color to this dance-like setting of the ancient text: Christ is risen: Alleluia!
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