MacMillan, James: The Lamb has come for us from the House of David (1979) 4'

for SATB choir and organ

Music Text  
St Ephraim (E)

World Premiere
6/9/1979
St Peter's, Edinburgh
Schola Sancti Alberti / James MacMillan


Repertoire Note  
Choral level of difficulty: Level 1 (5 greatest)

A very straightforward setting which opens with unison voices over a flowing organ part. The climax with short choral phrases interspersed with short full organ interludes are powerful, and the piece subsides, through a short treble solo, to a quiet ending. Another beautifully effective entry-level piece.

Repertoire note by Paul Spicer

Press Quotes  
"At all times the lines are lyrical and singer-friendly, and the word-setting inspired. A definite must for any competent choir's library."
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