Work

Programme Note

An extract from Wenceslas (1992) a cantata for choir and orchestra by Philip Norman, commissioned by the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, setting the words of the traditional Czech carol, Carol of the Birds. First performed in the New Zealand version by The Cathedral Grammar School Choir at the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra’s 2005 Christmas Proms. Arranged for a capella SATB in 2009.

Text Note:

Text by Philip Norman

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Difficulty Note:

Recommended by the composer for the Big Sing competition

Influences:

• Birds - NZ

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