Composer

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Kerry Andrew

Genre

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Choral

Average_duration

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4:03

'O nata lux' is a choral work composed by Kerry Andrew, a British composer, performer, and writer. The piece was composed in 2014 and premiered on December 6th of the same year by the choir of King's College London at St. Giles' Cripplegate in London. The piece is a setting of a Latin text that translates to "O light born of light, Jesus, redeemer of the world, with loving kindness deign to receive supplicants' prayers." The text is a hymn for the Feast of the Transfiguration, which celebrates the moment when Jesus' divinity was revealed to his disciples on a mountaintop. 'O nata lux' is a four-movement work that explores different aspects of the text. The first movement is a gentle and contemplative setting of the opening lines, with the choir singing in unison and then dividing into harmonies. The second movement is more rhythmic and energetic, with the choir singing in a call-and-response style. The third movement is a slower and more introspective setting of the text, with the choir singing in a hushed and reverent tone. The final movement is a triumphant and joyful setting of the closing lines, with the choir singing in full harmony and with a sense of exultation. The piece is characterized by its use of rich harmonies, intricate rhythms, and expressive dynamics. Andrew's use of dissonance and chromaticism creates a sense of tension and release, while her use of repetition and variation creates a sense of unity and coherence. The piece is also notable for its use of vocal effects, such as whispering, humming, and chanting, which add to the overall texture and atmosphere of the work. Overall, 'O nata lux' is a powerful and evocative choral work that showcases Kerry Andrew's skill as a composer and her ability to create music that is both beautiful and meaningful.

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