Faber Music Lauridsen Morten - Nocturnes - Mixed Voices Satb (par 10 Minimum)
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Summary of This Score
Nocturnes explores different facets of a single theme, "the night," through a suite of contrasting pieces that form a true musical journey. Morten Lauridsen unfolds refined choral writing, capable of moving from dense and shimmering harmonies to an almost folk-like simplicity, always serving the text.
The cycle opens with "Sa nuit d'été," an intense and atmospheric setting of Rilke's poem, where harmonic progressions and voice leading create remarkable expressive tension. "Soneto de la noche," based on a text by Pablo Neruda, then offers a more intimate, serene, and lyrical mood, like a confidence: the music reflects the eloquence with which the poet evokes eternal love.
With "Sure on the shining night," Lauridsen provides a lyrical and luminous interpretation of James Agee's poem, highly appreciated by choirs for its direct beauty and flexible vocal line. Finally, the epilogue "Voici le soir" (Rilke) closes the cycle in an atmosphere of deep calm, like a last breath as darkness falls, inviting attention to breathing, phrase endings, and resonances.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Morten Lauridsen | Genre | Choral score (mixed voices) |
| Edition | Faber Music | Languages | English; French; Spanish |
| Instrumentation | SATB choir with piano accompaniment | Pages | 32 |
| Collection | Choral Programme Series | Year of publication | 2010 |
Questions frequently asked
What choral formation is required for Nocturnes by Morten Lauridsen?
The score is written for SATB mixed choir, with soprano, alto, tenor, and bass sections. A piano accompaniment is specified in the instrumentation.
Which texts and languages are featured in this cycle?
The cycle sets to music poems by Rilke, Pablo Neruda, and James Agee. The indicated languages are English, French, and Spanish.
How many pieces are included in Nocturnes?
The work comprises four movements: "Summer Night," "Soneto de la noche," "Sure on the shining night," and "Voici le soir." The set follows the theme of night through contrasting moods.
Is Nocturnes Lauridsen SATB sold individually?
The title specifies a minimum quantity of 10 copies. This condition corresponds to use by choral ensembles.
What is the edition and page count of this score?
This Faber Music edition belongs to the Choral Programme Series collection. It contains 32 pages and was published in 2010. The work is classified within the classical choral repertoire.
