Composer

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Charles Wood

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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3:49

'View me, Lord' is a choral work composed by Charles Wood, an English composer and organist, in 1913. The piece was premiered in the same year at the Three Choirs Festival in Worcester, England. The work is a setting of a text by John Henry Newman, a prominent 19th-century theologian and poet. The text is a prayer asking God to look upon the speaker with mercy and to guide them in their spiritual journey. The piece is written for four-part choir (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) and is divided into three movements. The first movement is marked "Andante con moto" and is characterized by a flowing, lyrical melody in the soprano and alto parts. The tenor and bass parts provide a rich harmonic foundation for the melody. The second movement is marked "Allegro moderato" and is more rhythmic and energetic than the first. The melody is passed between the different voice parts, creating a sense of movement and momentum. The final movement is marked "Andante sostenuto" and is the most contemplative of the three. The melody is simple and plaintive, with the different voice parts singing in unison at times. The piece ends with a quiet, peaceful resolution. Overall, 'View me, Lord' is a beautiful and expressive choral work that showcases Wood's skill as a composer. The piece is characterized by its rich harmonies, flowing melodies, and thoughtful text setting. It remains a popular choice for choirs today.

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