Written originally for the Christ Cathedral Choir of Vancouver, this piece takes the classic hymn and sets it with a beautiful sense of line and harmony. Rupert combines chant and hymn with a sparkling

Nickel’s Easter Oratorio (one hour) traces that last days of Christ until His resurrection with 18 movements .  This is one of the stand alone movements - ideal for Lent and the Easter

This is a gorgeous piece which embellishes the poignant text. It has intuitive voice leading and full lush chords. The piece is scored for piano and SATB voices divisi and is homophonic throughout.