Work
The Great Invocation
for SATB choir and piano, with optional organ or strings
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About
"From its sonorous melodies to expansive accompaniment, Chris Artley's latest choral work would be a great addition to any concert programme or liturgical setting. The text, translated by Alice M. Bailey from an ancient prayer, flows gently forward over tender harmonic progressions in both the choir and instrumental parts which are both sublime and uplifting in effect. Heartfelt, inspiring and highly accessible, 'The Great Invocation' will be an essential piece of any choir's repertoire." — Steven Rapana (Head of Choirs, King's College, Auckland, September 2022)
Commissioned note
Commissioned by Inga Lane, October 2021
Dedication note
Commissioned by Inga Lane, October 2021 and premiered by King's College Chamber Choir directed by Steven Rapana at Big Sing Finale Christchurch in August 2022
Contents note
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Text note
Words from an ancient prayer translated by Alice A. Bailey and adapted with permission