O Nata Lux (brass)

Compositions -> Wind/Brass Ensemble -> O Nata Lux (2008)

Brass Choir

4 horns, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, 1 tuba, 3 percussion
OR
2 horns, 4 trumpets, 3 trombones, 1 euphonium, 1 tuba

Duration 6:30

Recording by the National Youth Orchestra of Canada

Purchase Score and Parts (Digital copies) $35.00   [questions?]   This is a transcription of my choral work of the same name.  I was inspired to make this transcription after singing, and performing, both brass and choral versions of Morten Lauridsen’s “O Magnum Mysterium” - their equal success living proof that the singing quality of brass playing lends itself well to melodic choral music. A slow, solemn, meditative work that slowly grows into a shimmering climax, this piece requires careful breath control and endurance.

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