Composer

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David Ashley White

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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2:37

"So the day dawn" is a choral work composed by David Ashley White, an American composer and professor of music at the Moores School of Music at the University of Houston. The piece was composed in 2009 and premiered on November 15, 2009, by the Houston Chamber Choir, conducted by Robert Simpson. The work is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, "Awake, My Soul," is a lively and energetic setting of a text by Isaac Watts. The music is characterized by driving rhythms, syncopated melodies, and rich harmonies, reflecting the exuberance and joy of the text. The second movement, "The Lord is My Shepherd," is a more contemplative and introspective setting of the well-known psalm. The music is marked by gentle, flowing melodies, delicate harmonies, and a sense of peacefulness and serenity. The final movement, "So the Day Dawn," is a triumphant and celebratory setting of a text by John Keble. The music is characterized by bold, majestic harmonies, soaring melodies, and a sense of grandeur and majesty, reflecting the triumphant nature of the text. Throughout the work, White demonstrates his mastery of choral writing, creating rich and complex textures that showcase the beauty and power of the human voice. The music is marked by a deep sense of spirituality and reverence, reflecting White's own faith and his commitment to creating music that speaks to the soul. Overall, "So the Day Dawn" is a powerful and moving work that showcases David Ashley White's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the choral tradition. Its premiere by the Houston Chamber Choir was met with critical acclaim, and it has since become a beloved work in the choral repertoire.

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