IN LAMENTABILEM VOCEM

Composer's Note:

This choral work with flute and tuba is an arrangement of the final movement of Visions, my concerto for tuba and band. Inspired by St. Hildegard of Bingen (1098 – 1179) each movement reflects upon her visions and writings, about creation, the omnipresent God, “constantly circling,” the “Ancient of Days,” mirrors and resonating songs of praise. The last movement “In Lamentabilem Vocem,” (In a lamenting voice) is inspired by the wonderful paintings of her visions of the crucifixion, for which she also wrote an anthem. O bloodshed That resounded on high When all the elements Enfolded themselves In a lamenting voice With trembling, Because the blood of their Creator Touched them; Anoint us, Heal our wounds