for upper voices, SATB, and piano (with snare and tenor drums and
solo cello) or chamber orchestra This profound setting of poems by
Wilfred Owen explores the idea of the sun as a redemptive force.
The sense of human connection and vivid imagery of the natural
world imbued in Owen's poetry is perfectly conveyed in Chilcott's
music, which is rich in highly effective word painting and melodies
as visceral as the poetry itself. The first movement, 'Song of
Songs', sets the tone for the work, balancing a sense of reverence
and solemnity with hopefulness and optimism, and a poignant and
moving setting of Futility is a powerful focal point. Chilcott
supplements the choral texture to great effect, with snare and
tenor drum creating a mood of expectancy in 'Spring Offensive' and
a middle movement for tenor and cello soloists that inhabits a
stark musical landscape that blossoms harmonically as the soldier
tells of the 'fellowships' and 'beauty' they have found.
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