for soprano solo and chamber orchestra (2019) Andante tranquillissimo, sempre dolce.
Lyrics from the Gospel of John.
The composer has also prepared arrangements for soprano and piano & soprano and organ.
Artists:
Janina Mäyry (soprano)
Ensemble de Ton Céleste (formed exclusively for the occasion)
Luukas Hiltunen (conductor)
Filmed and recorded at the concert (‘live’) on 20 March, 2019 at the Church of the Cross (Ristinkirkko), Lahti, Finland (World Première Performance)
Audio resolution: 24-bit 48 kHz high-resolution PCM audio, recorded in 2-channel stereo.
Recording equipment:
- Microphones: 2 x Neumann TLM 127; 2 x AKG C414 B-ULS; 2 x Neumann KM184
- Recording tools: Zoom F8 MultiTrack Field Recorder & MacBook Pro
Recording engineers: Arto Sihvola and Tatu Hutri
Post-production (editing and mixing) made by Arto Sihvola
Lyrics:
You will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grief, but your grief will turn to joy (John 16:20). Do not let your hearts be troubled, believe in God (John 14:1). Don't be afraid, (John 14:27), believe in God (John 14:1).
Scriptures taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®
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Programme note by the composer:
Written in just two days to the comforting words from the Gospel of John, ‘Do not let your hearts be troubled’ for soprano solo and chamber orchestra is a meditative musical journey from darkness to light, from deep sorrow to total eternal bliss. It is intended to give consolation for those who mourn and hope for those who feel despair and anxiety. The work is divided into two sections; the first one consist of long lines and a melancholy melody describing distressed minds of the disciples at the upper hall before the arrest, trial and crucifixion of the Lord Jesus Christ. On the other hand, this musical description can be understood as a symbol of worldwide sigh of sorrow of a modern-day Christians that are living under persecution or in the middle of (personal) crisis. The second section lifts us up to heavenly light and endless rejoicing. The ending underlines from whom we should seek for the ultimate solution to all our troubles; the help comes from God and we should only trust in Him.
Copyright © Luukas Hiltunen 2019
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