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for S(solo)SATBB unaccompaniedPublished with its original text and in English, this Icelandic hymn sets three verses in honour of the Virgin Mary attributed to Jon Arasón, Iceland's last Catholic bishop. Each verse consists of a solo soprano melody, rhythmically free and beautiful in its simplicity, and a warmer, choral refrain. Suitable for concert and church use.
This work investigates the liturgical and musical legacy of Jón Arason, the final Catholic bishop of Iceland, through the preservation and arrangement of his devotional poetry. The text examines the intersection of historical Icelandic religious practice and contemporary choral arrangement. By presenting the original Icelandic text alongside an English translation, the work provides a bridge between medieval devotional tradition and modern performance contexts.
What You Will Find
Experts and choral directors identify this piece as a significant contribution to the repertoire of Icelandic liturgical music. Musicians frequently note the accessibility of the score, which balances historical reverence with a clear, modern structural design.
Page Count:
8
Publication Date:
2005-11-17
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0193505231
ISBN-13:
9780193505230
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