Choral; Piano Accompaniment (SATB with Piano) SKU: HL.48025040
SATB and Piano. Boosey & Hawkes Sacred Choral. Choral, General Worship, Sacred. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 270 seconds. Boosey & Hawkes #M060134951. Published by Boosey & Hawkes (HL.48025040). ISBN 9781784544119. UPC: 196288021490.
This contemplative and serene piece was commissioned as a retirement gift for Canadian organist and choir director, Paul Merrit, andfirst performed in 2016. The setting of the well-known biblical words (Matthew 5:9) makes use of a simple repeating melody which gradually builds in intensity through the work. The end returns to the opening calmness, deeply effective in its simplicity. Todd's rich harmonies prevail, underpinned by a supportive piano accompaniment, which also adds colour to the texture.
