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Hal Leonard Magnificat

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Taylor Scott Davis and the Modern Fervor of the ?Magnificat?

An emerging figure on the American choral scene, Taylor Scott Davis revisits the Song of Mary by blending liturgical tradition with contemporary orchestral idioms. Following in the footsteps of great ?Magnificats? from Monteverdi to Rutter, his writing emphasizes textual clarity and contrasts between the soprano soloist, SATB choir, and chamber orchestra. The English-Latin alternation highlights the universal dimension of this prayer.

Summary of this Score

This score unfolds a ?Magnificat? with radiant energy: lyrical lines for soprano, expansive choral responses, string ostinatos, and brass flourishes evoked through orchestral writing. The movements alternate between jubilation and contemplation, featuring translucent harmonic progressions, flexible rhythms, and meditative atmospheres supporting the Latin and English diction. The edition for choir and chamber orchestra makes the work ideal for Christmas concerts, Marian solemnities, and contemporary sacred programs.

Technical Specifications

  • Title: Magnificat
  • Composer: Taylor Scott Davis
  • Instrumentation: Soprano Voice, SATB and Chamber Orchestra
  • Product Type: Choral Sheet Music
  • Genre: Sacred Music
  • Language: English-Latin
  • Difficulty: INTERMEDIATE
  • Pages: 0
  • Year of Publication: 2020
Brand reference number: MSM70-025
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