Songs of Peace

Written in memory of the composer's mother, Will Todd's Songs of Peace is a beautiful six-movement work about love and loss. Two of the movements are scored for two-part treble voices, while the other four movements are in a SATB divisi format. Although not a conventional Requiem, it might be appropriate in a memorial context, but should by no means be confined to it. In many ways it is a very 'life-affirming' work, characterized by jazz-infused harmonic language, memorable melodies, and powerful and personal texts. Songs of Peace is designed as a work which may be performed complete, or as separate stand-alone movements, some of which are available separately. It can be accompanied by piano alone (as written, embellished or improvised - chord symbols are supplied where appropriate) or jazz trio (piano, bass and drums - parts available separately). Movements include: Requiem; Precious Moment; Just as I Am; Ave verum; A Song of Peace; Into the Stars.