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for unaccompanied SATB to words by from 'Twelfth Night' by William Shakespeare. Taken at a slow processional tempo this work has a predominantly canonic texture. The syncopated passages are at once sombre and sensual, and the balancing homphonic phrases achieve real power. A short, fairly easy piece that establishes a compelling mood, it is suitable for school and adult choirs.
This work investigates the musical interpretation of Shakespearean text through the medium of unaccompanied choral composition. Rebecca Clarke, a noted composer and violist, utilizes the text from 'Twelfth Night' to construct a short, processional piece for SATB choir. The composition focuses on balancing canonic textures with homophonic phrases to evoke a specific somber and sensual atmosphere.
What You Will Find
Experts and choral directors identify this piece as an accessible work suitable for both school and adult ensembles. The consensus highlights the composition's effectiveness in establishing a distinct mood through relatively simple technical requirements.
Page Count:
8
Publication Date:
2003-01-30
Publisher:
Oxford University Press Music
ISBN-10:
019386665X
ISBN-13:
9780193866652
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