5CDEABF5-860C-4CDB-BDA0-086904CC21D4
| ID | 5CDEABF5-860C-4CDB-BDA0-086904CC21D4 |
|---|---|
| Titlecode | R00910 |
| Title Name | Cantata |
| Marketing Copy | George Walker's Cantata is in two movements consisting of a setting of Psalm 23 and Psalm 24: 7-10 from the King James version of The Bible. Commissioned the Boys Choir of Harlem, Joyce Mathis, Walter J. Turnbull, Orchestra of St. Lukes, Warren Wilson. Movements: 1. Psalm XXIII 2. Psalm XXIV (Verses 7-10) |
| Instrumentation | Soprano, Tenor Soli SATB or Boys Chorus 1(d Alto Flute).2.0.0: 0.3.0.0: Timpani.Percussion(2).Organ: Strings |
| Commission | Commissioned the Boys Choir of Harlem, Joyce Mathis, Walter J. Turnbull, Orchestra of St. Lukes, Warren Wilson. |
| Dedication | (not set) |
| Program Notes | 'The Cantata for Soprano, Tenor, Boys Choir, and Chamber Orchestra was commissioned by the Boys Choir of Harlem. It was begun in February of 1982 and completed in April of 1982. The Cantata is a setting of Psalm XXIII and four verses of Psalm XXIV in the King James version of the New Testament. The instrumentation includes one flute alternating with alto flute, two oboes, three trumpets, timpani, and strings. In the percussion section, crotales, triangle, glockenspiel, vibraphone, and suspended cymbals are used. The work is divided into two parts. An introduction by the chamber ensemble suggests the pastoral ambiance of the Psalm XXIII. The initial verse intoned by the solo tenor follows. This intonation is heard several times during the unfolding of the Psalm. The occurrence of the word "water" in the text evokes special vocal effects from the boys choir. The final verse of the Psalm offers a brief quote from the black spiritual, "Steal Away." The second part of the Cantata revels in the exultation of the text. The recurrence of rhythmic figures that vary in duration and density is a characteristic aspect of this section. A single boy chants "Selah" to bring the work to a tranquil close. --George Walker |
| Title Brand | 2 |
| Year Composed | 1982 |
| Copyright Number | (not set) |
| Copyright Year | (not set) |
| Duration | 11 |
| Ensemble Size | 13 |
| Date Created | 2008-10-31 20:31:36.000000 |
| Date Updated | 2025-09-30 20:31:36 |
| Inhouse Note | (not set) |
| Bsc Code | (not set) |
| Text Author | (not set) |
| Premier Performance Memo | (not set) |
| Recording Credits | Recorded by the Boys Choir of Harlem, Joyce Mathis (soprano), Walter J. Turnbull (tenor), Orchestra of St. Lukes, Warren Wilson, Timeless CD TC 1501, Albany Records Troy 136. |
| Review | "This is a haunting, inventive piece... thought-provoking yet accessible" --Fanfare Magazine |
| Awards | (not set) |
| Title Category | 3 |
| Title Movements | 1. Psalm XXIII 2. Psalm XXIV (Verses 7-10) |
| Title Grade | (not set) |
| Set Series ID | (not set) |
| Title Instrument Category Text | Cantata/ Oratorio |
| Title Sub Category Text | (not set) |
| Title Sub Category | 55 |
| Title Instrument Header | 32 |
| Title Grade Text | (not set) |
| Clean Url | cantata-r00910 |