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for SSA and piano In O be joyful, McGlade presents the words of
Psalm 100 with a clarity and sincerity that amplifies the message
of the text. The piece moves through a variety of tonalities and
metres, which is typical of the composer's style. The lyrical
melody lines from the upper voices are supported by a sensitive and
melodic piano accompaniment.
for SATB choir unaccompanied This imaginative setting of the
well-loved text O little town of Bethleham, by Phillips Brooks,
displays McGlade's characteristic rich and expressive harmonies,
with their jazz inflections. Opening with a plaintive two-part
harmony for upper voices, the scoring expands into lush four- and
five-part textures. McGlade uses swelling dynamics, legato vocal
lines, and freely changing metre. O little town of Bethlehem would
be a superb choice for Christmas services and concerts.
for SATB (with divisions) unaccompanied One of McGlade's longer
settings, As the hart begins simply, before expanding into a more
complex central section with fluctuating time signatures and
shifting tonalities. Ideal for advanced mixed-voice choirs in a
sacred or concert setting, it is a fitting alternative to Herbert
Howells's famous setting of Psalm 42.
for SA and piano Setting a text by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, this
thoughtful and evocative piece compares a dying relationship with
the changing of the seasons from summer to winter, which McGlade
skilfully reflects in her use of minor tonality, falling melodic
phrases, and shifting chromaticism. Reminiscent of the English art
song, this setting for upper voices and piano demonstrates
McGlade's compositional versatility.
for SATB (with divisions) unaccompanied Setting Revelation 21: 1-5,
this short anthem is in McGlade's typically fluid style, with
harmonic twists, changing metres, and tempo fluctuations. With some
divisi in the upper parts, it will be particularly welcomed by
experienced church and cathedral singers as a new take on these
well-known words.
for ATB unaccompanied Scored especially for ATB to meet social
distancing requirements, this piece has both special resonance and
practical application in these uncertain times. McGlade's
characteristic unaccompanied style offers flowing contrapuntal
lines while the shifting tonalities throughout effectively capture
both poignancy and joy.
for SATB and cello This simple setting of words by Tennyson
reflects a different side to McGlade's compositional style, without
sacrificing any of her trademark characteristics. The largely
homophonic vocal lines move as one, with clarity and poise in
abundance, creating a bed of sound over which the cello gently
glides.
for SATB unaccompanied. This setting of Edward Caswall's well-known
text shows all the hallmarks of McGlade's characteristic style,
with changing time signatures, beguiling chromaticisms, and a
beautiful, fluid melody. Changing metres give a sense of fluidity,
while a scintillating climax on 'Peace on earth' forms the centre
of the work.
for SSATB unaccompanied. My song is love unknown is an expressive
and fluid setting of the well-known Lenten text by Samuel Crossman,
particularly suitable for performance on Good Friday. McGlade
highlights the phrase 'take frail flesh and die' with a sighing
musical motif, before the work closes with the affirmation 'heaven
was his home; but mine the tomb wherein he lay'.
for SATB (with divisions) unaccompanied This is a beautiful and
dynamic setting of well-known words from the Song of Songs (or Song
of Solomon). With a soaring soprano melody, McGlade's fluid vocal
lines drive harmonic twists within an immediately accessible
sound-world. Perfect for concert performance.
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