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Verbum caro factum est is a new setting from the Gospel of John (1:14). Traditionally this text has been used as the Responsory for Matins on Christmas Day. In Spain we have a 16th century version, collected in the Cancionero de Uppsala (also known as Cancionero del Duque de Calabria). My version is very candid and innocent, with the first chords of the theme in pop style, and very transparent harmonies. The whole work turns towards the last expository section (where a descant appears, in imitation of an angel singing from on high), and the final alleluias, which sound very joyful. In the second part of this section, the choir dialogues in antiphonal style (narrating the joy of heaven and earth) while the Soprano soloist continues with the descant, leading to a serene, simple and endearing finale. Upcoming performances: Verbum caro factum est was released online by NEOVOCALIS on November 30, 2024, conducted by myself.

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