Before the paling of the stars

Format:Sheet music

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Published:4th Apr '13

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Before the paling of the stars cover

for SATB and organ This tender carol sets an affecting text by Christina Rossetti that tells the story of Jesus's birth. In classic McDowall style, the setting explores a variety of choral textures and is interspersed with unexpected harmonies, creating a range of musical colours. The organ part provides a gentle, supportive accompaniment.

McDowalls lyrical gifts make her a natural carol writer. In her Christina Rossetti setting, Before the paling of the stars, the haunting melody, first emerging out of a mysterious organ texture, is given a variety of expressive treatment, ever growing in confidence as we hail the King of glory. * Church Music Quarterly, September 13 *
Of particular note is Cecilia McDowall's exquisite Before the paling of the stars. * Rachel Lindley, Music Teacher, September 13 *

ISBN: 9780193396951

Dimensions: 255mm x 180mm x 1mm

Weight: 18g

8 pages

Vocal score