Gwyneth Walker

Morning and Evening

Two original pieces for organ solo. "Greet the Day" is a celebration of life. Just as the dawn arrives fresh and uncluttered, so does the music begin in a sparse and open texture. A gently syncopated rhythmic introduction suggests energy and anticipation. Then the theme enters, openly spaced, rejuvenated by ascending scale patterns. The volume increases, and chords thicken into a grand ending – a fulfillment of the day.



As Evening Falls was created as a sequel, a musical companion, to Greet the Day. For, as life is celebrated with the start of the new day, so also is there a quiet blessing with the setting sun. This music often presents falling (descending) patterns. The introductory chords unfold downward. Any many of the intermediary passages involve descent, as falling light at the end of the day.