Composer

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Bob Chilcott

Genre

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Choral

First Performance

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October, 2019

Average_duration

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05:44

"O Lord, Thou Hast Searched Me, and Known Me" is a choral work composed by Bob Chilcott, a British composer and conductor. The piece was composed in 2006 and premiered in the same year by the Wells Cathedral Choir in Somerset, England. The work is divided into four movements, each of which is based on a different section of Psalm 139. The first movement, "O Lord, Thou Hast Searched Me," is a setting of verses 1-6 of the psalm. The music is contemplative and introspective, with the choir singing in unison and then in harmony. The second movement, "Thou Art There," is a setting of verses 7-12. The music is more lively and upbeat, with the choir singing in a call-and-response style. The third movement, "For Thou Hast Possessed My Reins," is a setting of verses 13-18. The music is more complex, with the choir singing in four-part harmony and the organ providing a rich accompaniment. The final movement, "Search Me, O God," is a setting of verses 23-24. The music is quiet and reflective, with the choir singing in unison and then in harmony. The characteristics of "O Lord, Thou Hast Searched Me, and Known Me" are typical of Chilcott's choral works. The music is accessible and melodic, with a strong emphasis on harmony and counterpoint. The text is set in a clear and straightforward manner, with the music serving to enhance the meaning of the words. The work is suitable for both amateur and professional choirs, and has been performed by a wide range of ensembles around the world.

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