Child in the Dark

This is an original setting of a poem by Rabindranath Tagore, set for chorus and oboe. The poignant text recalls the simple gesture of a child reaching out in the darkness to grasp its mothers reassuring hand. The musical treatment is reflective and meditative in nature. It is scored for 6-part chorus and is best suited for an advanced-level ensemble and oboe soloist. The piece is approximately 5 minutes long.