Work

Programme Note

Olinda is based on the song Olinda in the shades unseen by Henry Purcell (from approximately 1680-90s). It was written for the National Youth Choir of New Zealand, to commemorate their 30th anniversary in 2009, and also to fit into a programme featuring the music of Purcell. The setting is based on material from the song and follows the structure of the original song quite closely. However, there are changes in modality, harmony and rhythm that lend it a modern sound. The theme of the song is lost youth and the relentless march of time, a common theme in poetry from the 1500 – 1600s.

Anthony Ritchie

Text Note:

Anonymous / traditional

Commissioned:

Written for the National Youth Choir

• New Zealand Youth Choir

Dedication:

Dedicated to the National Youth Choir of New Zealand

• New Zealand Youth Choir

Performance History

	07 Jul 2009	Performed by the New Zealand National Youth Choir and conducted by Karen Grylls at St Paul’s Church in Paraparaumu
		Karen Grylls    New Zealand Youth Choir
	08 Jul 2009	Performed by the New Zealand National Youth Choir and conducted by Karen Grylls at St Andrew’s in the City in Palmerston North
		Karen Grylls    New Zealand Youth Choir
	11 Jul 2009	Performed by the New Zealand National Youth Choir and conducted by Karen Grylls at Wellington Town Hall in Wellington
		Karen Grylls    New Zealand Youth Choir