for soprano or mezzo-soprano solo, mixed chorus, and orchestra
Laudate Dominum
Sol et luna
Quia ipse dixit
Laudate Dominum de terra
Dracones et omnes abyssi
Montes et colles
Juvenes et virgines
Confessio
This spirited and attractive work is a setting of the Latin version of Psalm 148, one of the most celebrated and joyful hymns of praise to the Lord of heaven. Conjuring a rich tapestry of sonorities and textures, Andrew Carter has created a highly tuneful work in eight well-contrasted movements full of joy and vivid in colour. Laudate Dominum is original and approachable - suitable for all choral societies.
Full scores and orchestral material are available on hire.
Forces or Category S/mezzo solo, SATB, & orchestra
Duration 20 minutes
Difficulty Moderately difficult
Orchestration 2.2.2.2-2.2.0.0.-timp.perc(glock, cymb, BD, tamb - 2 players).hp.org-str
Programme Notes
Laudate Dominum is a setting of Psalm 148. It was first performed at Oxford Town Hall on 22 May 1999 by the Benson Choral Society and Kathryn Turpin (mezzo), accompanied by the Elgar Orchestra conducted by Christopher Walker.