i carry your heart with me

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Solo Voices, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Oboe, Piano — This piece incorporates thexa0Introitxa0from thexa0Requiemxa0in thexa0Liber Usualisxa0in the men's voices using the text by E. E. Cummings. The women's voices have original music that soars gracefully about the plainsong. The middle section features thexa0Requiemxa0text, set simply in a homophonic style. The final section blends the two styles into a prayer of thanks and remembrance.This beloved E.E. Cummings text was commissioned in honor and loving memory of Dr. Ferris Ohl (1914-2017) in thanks for over four decades of service to the Heidelberg University Music department.Director of Choral Activities Dr. Greg Ramsdell sought to pay tribute to the rich legacy of Dr. Ohl by having a setting of the text that broadened the scope of the message "i carry your heart" to include those who have come before us and who live on in our song. INSERT GRAPHIC HERE - I e mailed you on 5-14 Trotta's unique juxtaposition of texts from the past (Requiemtext in theLiber Usualis) with the present (e.e. cummings poeni carry your heart) results in a compelling, lush composition accessible to mixed choirs of all sizes. With optional oboe and solo or small group, i carry your heartis appropriate for concert, festival, retirement or a special tribute. Certain to be adored and appreciated by all. Highly recommend!

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