Beginning with a calm, reverent setting, these solos are expressive throughout. The middle section is somewhat freer in melodic presentation with the solo treated more as an obbligato line. The quiet ending
The three movements of Easter Canticles - Vigil, Crucifixion, and Resurrection - are structured as a triptych after the iconostasis of an Orthodox church. The three panels are meditations on scenes
Presented in a pastoral setting, the melodic material in these solos is not modified to a large degree, allowing for a solemn and reflective setting to let the message of the hymn come through. A good
This second volume focuses on Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter, but some titles are suitable for general worship as well. Titles include: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel; Appalachian Carol; God Rest Ye
This sacred set of solos is presented in a reverent setting for Lent and Holy Week services. The soloist is provided the opportunity for musical expression with a fluid cadenza before the
The hymn tune HAMBURG is given a warm, almost rhapsodic setting in this solo for viola (or cello) and piano. At first quiet then becoming dramatic, the music parallels the reflection and passionate