Wenceslas (Sheet music, Vocal score)

for mezzo-soprano and baritone soloists, SATB chorus, and piano, orchestra, or brass ensemble The story of Good King Wenceslas on the Feast of Stephen is presented here as a vivid musical narrative, with solo parts for the characters of Wenceslas (baritone) and Page (mezzo-soprano). Chilcott sets new words by Charles Bennett to a colourful array of styles to recount their snow-bound story. The choir sets the scene before Wenceslas and Page meet in 'Who can that be?', and the story-telling continues in several contrasting movements, including a touching solo ballad from Page entitled 'Thank you' and the strong yet reflective closing movement, 'On St Stephen's Night'. The full five verses of the well-known carol are skilfully interwoven throughout the work in different parts, with the final verse being sung by the audience or a semi-chorus, and the movements are punctuated by an instrumental interlude and triumphant fanfare. An orchestral accompaniment is available on hire/rental.

General

Imprint:	Oxford UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2014
Composers:	Bob Chilcott
Dimensions:	273 x 217 x 8mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Sheet music
Pages:	60
Edition:	Vocal score
ISBN-13:	978-0-19-340476-2
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > Musical scores, lyrics & libretti Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > Other types of music > Vocal music > Choral music Books > Music > Musical scores, lyrics & libretti Books > Music > Other types of music > Vocal music > Choral music Promotions
LSN:	0-19-340476-1
Barcode:	9780193404762

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