Waltons Days of Beauty
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Summary of This Score
With Days of Beauty, Ola Gjeilo unfolds a contemporary choral writing that is both accessible and refined, designed for the transparency of equal voices. The harmony, streamlined yet intensely expressive, creates a sound environment conducive to the blending of timbres: the SSAA sections interweave without heaviness, prioritizing clarity of musical discourse and a natural emotional progression.
The piano accompaniment plays a central role: it supports the vocal line, establishes the atmosphere, and guides breathing, while leaving the singers the necessary space to build a broad legato. The optional string quartet adds extra depth, ideal for a concert, celebration, or any program seeking a luminous and poetic atmosphere.
The tessitura remains comfortable, facilitating accuracy and endurance over time. The long phrases invite work on breath control, sound continuity, and precision in both piani and crescendos. This choral score is particularly suited to ensembles wishing to develop vertical listening (chords, beats, balance) while cultivating a nuanced interpretation of a text in English.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Ola Gjeilo | Language | English |
| Edition | Walton Choral | Difficulty | EASY-INTERMEDIATE |
| Instrumentation | SSAA, Piano and opt. String Quartet | Pages | 12 |
| Product Type | Choral Sheet Music | Year of Publication | 2017 |
| Collection | Walton Choral | ||
Questions frequently asked
What vocal arrangement is required for Days of Beauty by Ola Gjeilo?
The score is written for an equal-voice choir SSAA, with soprano I, soprano II, alto I, and alto II.
Is the piano accompaniment included in the score?
The piano is part of the indicated instrumentation and supports the vocal lines. A string quartet can be optionally added.
What is the difficulty level of this choral score?
Rated EASY-INTERMEDIATE, this edition offers a comfortable range for SSAA voices. However, the long phrases require breath control and legato technique. The balance of chords and accuracy of dynamics are also key points to consider.
Is Days of Beauty sung in English?
The text of this work is in English.
How many pages does the Days of Beauty score have?
The Walton Choral edition published in 2017 contains 12 pages.
