Composer

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Seth Garrepy

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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5:00

'O nata lux' is a choral work composed by Seth Garrepy, an American composer and conductor. The piece was composed in 2014 and premiered on December 7th of the same year by the University of Southern Maine Chamber Singers, conducted by Garrepy himself. 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." It is written for a four-part mixed choir, with occasional divisi in the soprano and tenor parts. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement is marked "Mysteriously" and features a slow, flowing melody in the soprano and alto parts, with the tenors and basses providing a gentle, pulsing accompaniment. The second movement is marked "With energy" and features a faster, more rhythmic melody, with the choir singing in unison for much of the movement. The final movement is marked "With reverence" and returns to the slower, more contemplative character of the first movement, with the choir singing in rich, full harmonies. Throughout the piece, Garrepy employs a variety of choral techniques to create a sense of depth and richness. He frequently uses divisi in the soprano and tenor parts to create a shimmering, ethereal sound, and he employs frequent dynamic changes to create a sense of drama and tension. The piece also features occasional moments of dissonance, which serve to heighten the emotional impact of the text. Overall, 'O nata lux' is a beautiful and moving choral work that showcases Garrepy's skill as a composer and conductor. Its three movements each offer a unique perspective on the text, and its rich harmonies and choral techniques make it a joy to sing and listen to.

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