SKU | 8598* |
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Composer/Arranger | Kyr, Robert |
Text Author | Levertov, Denise |
Voicing & Instruments | Tenor Solo, SATB Chorus, Flute, Viola, and Violoncello, or Piano |
Difficulty | Moderately Difficult |
Text Language | English |
Liturgical Year | Triduum/Three Days |
Scripture | Psalms 121 |
Common Lectionary | Lent 2A |
Publisher | E. C. Schirmer Music Company |
The text of Psalm 121 from the Bay Psalm Book is set lyrically for SATB choir, while the tenor soloist comments in short, ornamental phrases on the text "O deep unknown." Part of the larger work Tenebrae.
Tenebrae is a musical journey through the shadows of the cross. The work is divided into nine individual movements and can be performed with either instrumental trio or piano accompaniment. Staging and program suggestions are included in the full score. Part IV of the ”Life unto Life” Cycle.
This work may be performed with accompaniment of either instrumental trio or piano. The complete text and suggested staging appear in the full score.
Instrumental Parts include: Flute/Alto Flute, Viola, Violoncello