O magnum mysterium
No. 1 from Trinity Triptych
Composer: McDowall, Cecilia
Product code:
9780193562561
Publisher: OUP Oxford
£2.50
Description
for SATB (with divisions) unaccompanied
Characteristically sung on Christmas Day, this Catholic chant depicts mystery and wonder at the birth of Jesus, as witnessed by the animals. Deep, sonorous chords open and close the piece, which has a sustained tempo that gives space for the melismatic vocal lines and rich harmonies to take full effect.
Description
for SATB (with divisions) unaccompanied
Characteristically sung on Christmas Day, this Catholic chant depicts mystery and wonder at the birth of Jesus, as witnessed by the animals. Deep, sonorous chords open and close the piece, which has a sustained tempo that gives space for the melismatic vocal lines and rich harmonies to take full effect.
