Aritz Adarrean - Katalin
The Branch of the Oak Tree - Katalin
Item #: WW2054
Octavo for $3.15
Status: Available
PDF for $2.90
Status: Available
Vocal Forces: SATB
Accompaniment: None
Difficulty Level: M
Description:
This work from the Basque region uses two popular Basque melodies. This is a wonderful selection for Christmas and Winter concerts, but can certainly be performed any time of the year.
Aritz adarrean - Katalin is a pairing of two popular songs from Basque folklore. Aritz adarrean is a Christmas lullaby set to a tune from the province of Gipuzkoa, connecting the joy of the birth of Christ with nature’s celebration of the event. Katalin is a traditional dance called a biribilketa, which translates to “made in a circle.” For this lively and festive dance, revelers form chains of connected circles, filling the streets with joy and celebration. At first, the pairing of these two selections may seem unusual, but it is common to commemorate an important event with great celebration and the elation of dancing together. This piece was significant enough in the composer´s body of work that it was performed at his memorial concert on the one-year anniversary of his death.
Categories: Honor and Festival Choir, World Music
Number of Pages: 8
Language: Basque
Format: Octavo