Alan Bullard: Wondrous Cross

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Alan Bullard: Wondrous Cross

for SATB choir and organ or piano, with optional soloists, congregation, and strings (string orchestra, string quintet, or string quartet)

Wondrous Cross is a reflective work suitable for church or concert choirs at Passiontide. Bullard skilfully weaves the traditional Seven Last Words of Christ with linking biblical passages, 3 well-known hymns, and settings of 4 well-known sacred texts, including 'Drop, drop, slow tears' and 'Ave verum corpus' (both of which may be sung as independent motets) to create a moving and at times dramatic work. The short solos are perfectly suited to members of the choir, and strings (quartet, quintet, or ensemble) may optionally join the organ or piano in the accompaniment. If performed liturgically, the work may be interspersed with prayers and readings. The result is a flexible and striking work that re-presents this timeless story for a modern audience. String parts and full scores are available to hire or purchase from the Music Hire Library.

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1. Arioso: God so loved the world
2. Chorus and solo/semi-chorus: Ave verum corpus
3. Chorus/Hymn: Were you there?
4. Chorus: Drop, drop, slow tears
5. Chorus: In the departure of the Lord
6. Hymn: There is a green hill far away
7. Hymn: When I survey the Wondrous Cross
8. Hymn: When my love to God grows weak
9. Prelude
10. The Fifth Words
11. The First Words
12. The Fourth Words
13. The Second Words
14. The Seventh Words
15. The Sixth Words
16. The Third Words