Cypress Choral Music Carol Trilogy - (the complete set) - Traditional Carols/Hawley - SSAA

Music: Traditional carols (French, German, English/Irish)
Arranger: Laura Hawley
Format: Choral Octavo
Voicing: SSAA with piano accompaniment

Laura wrote this challenging and highly effective trilogy for Elektra Women's Choir. Great contrast of mood, cultures, and languages between the three movements. An outstanding pianist is needed. Order the full trilogy or individual movements.

Noel Bourguignon - #1 from the Carol Trilogy (Traditional French carol)

• Noel Bourguignon's haunting melody is set in a misty cloud of accompanying voices, highlighting the mystery of this ancient French carol.
  Duration: 4:50

In dulci jubilo - #2 from the Carol Trilogy (Traditional German carol)

• Laura Hawley's treatment of this beloved German carol is lively and exuberant, painting the scene of a sky full of jubilant angels announcing the birth of Christ. This movement would work well for an advanced children's choir.
  Duration: 3:15

Wexford Carol - #3 from the Carol Trilogy (Traditional English/Irish carol)

• This captivating arrangement of a tune with its roots in England and Ireland is poised and text-centred. A double descant in the final verse provides a soaring climax before a thoughtful ending.
  Duration: 4:45

Total Duration: 13:00