Bennett, C. and Chilcott, B. (2014) Wenceslas. Oxford: Oxford University Press. 9780193404762.
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| Item Type: | Composition |
|---|---|
| Abstract: | The story of Good King Wenceslas on the Feast of Stephen is presented here as a vivid musical narrative, with solo parts for the characters of Wenceslas (baritone) and Page (mezzo-soprano). Chilcott sets new words by Charles Bennett to a colourful array of styles to recount their snow-bound story. The choir sets the scene before Wenceslas and Page meet in 'Who can that be?', and the story-telling continues in several contrasting movements, including a touching solo ballad from Page entitled 'Thank you' and the strong yet reflective closing movement, 'On St Stephen's Night'. The full five verses of the well-known carol are skilfully interwoven throughout the work in different parts, with the final verse being sung by the audience or a semi-chorus, and the movements are punctuated by an instrumental interlude and triumphant fanfare. |
| Subjects: |
P Language and Literature > PR English literature > PR6100 2001- M Music and Books on Music > M Music > M1495 Vocal music P Language and Literature > PR English literature > PR500 Poetry |
| Creators: | Bennett, Charles and Chilcott, Bob |
| Publisher: | Oxford University Press |
| Faculties, Divisions and Institutes: |
University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Faculty of Education & Humanities > English and Creative Writing University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Research Centre > Centre for Critical and Creative Writing Faculties > Faculty of Education & Humanities > English and Creative Writing Research Centres > Centre for Critical and Creative Writing |
| Date: | 4 December 2014 |
| Date Type: | Publication |
| Place of Publication: | Oxford |
| Language: | English |
| ISBN: | 9780193404762 |
| Media of Output: | |
| Status: | Published / Disseminated |
| URI: | http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/8118 |
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