Magnificat

Vocal score
ISBN: 978-0-19-356098-7
Verlag: Oxford University Press

Buch, Englisch, 48 Seiten, Format (B × H): 216 mm x 278 mm, Gewicht: 112 g

Reihe: New Horizons

for upper voices (SSAA) and SATB (with divisions) unaccompanied

This is an innovative, striking setting of the Magnificat text that is well suited to both liturgical and concert performance. The work celebrates the strength, character, and intelligence of teenage girls, as well as offering a different presentation of Mary, focusing on her courage and determination. The upper-voice choir is asked to sing in the style of Bulgarian choral folk music, using a visceral sound that contrasts with the mixed-voice choir. Olson's setting is an exquisite study in
sound and texture, with a distinctive soundworld and a positive message.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Weitere Mitwirkende

Olson, Tawnie

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Musikwissenschaft Musikgattungen Vokalmusik, Chormusik

Über Autor(innen)

The music of Canadian composer Tawnie Olson draws inspiration from politics, spirituality,

the natural world, and the musicians for whom she composes. She holds a doctorate in music

composition from the University of Toronto, a Master of Music degree from the Yale School

of Music, an Artist Diploma from the Yale Institute of Sacred Music, and a Bachelor of Music

degree from the University of Calgary. Olson's music is performed on five continents and can

be heard on many recordings.