Will Todd
O Lux Beata
Will Todd
O Lux Beata
- Instrumentation Mixed Choir (SATB) and Organ
- Composer Will Todd
- Series Boosey & Hawkes Contemporary Choral Series
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Difficulty Level
- Edition Organ Score
- Publisher Boosey & Hawkes
- Order no. BH12941
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Description:
O Lux Beata' ('O Blessed Light') was commissioned by The Fotheringhay Singers (Marius Carney, conductor). The work, a setting of a 4th-century hymn text ascribed to St Ambrose of Milan, contrasts a plainsong style melody over the organ pedals with the rich and lyrical outpouring of larger choral sections. Although challenging in places, the subtle chromaticism and occasional lush close-harmonies create a very powerful and impressive anthem for general sacred use (the text is particularly fitting for evening use or on Trinity Sunday) but also as a striking addition to a concert programme.'O Lux Beata' is featured on Tenebrae's album 'Lux et Veritas'.