A stunning and uplifting new setting of traditional Requiem texts intermingled with comforting prayers and biblical themes, Requiem - The Promise of Eternity is a statement of hope, faith, and joy in the promise that all may one day be …Read More
A stunning and uplifting new setting of traditional Requiem texts intermingled with comforting prayers and biblical themes, Requiem - The Promise of Eternity is a statement of hope, faith, and joy in the promise that all may one day be greeted at the gates of Heaven with the warm embrace of a loving Father. This powerful five-movement work is an intense and emotional journey ranging from the fear, anger, and pain of loss, to the indescribable tranquility found in the promise of hope, mercy, and love.
Movements: Introit and Kyrie; Sanctus; Pie Jesu and the Lord's Prayer; Agnus Dei et Lux Aeterna; In Paradisum.
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Duration: 37 minutes.
CHORUS, ORGAN, and CHAMBER INSTRUMENTS:
Flute
Oboe
Horn in F (optional)
Percussion (1 player) (glock, sus. cym., snare, timpani)
Harp
Organ
SATB
Violin
Cello
*Also available in these versions on JWP:
- Chorus and Extended Chamber Orchestra
- Chorus and Organ
NOTE: The choral score for this work is the ***same for all versions***
For audio samples of all movements or additional information about the composer, please visit: https://www.dmgardner.com