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The Word of God Became Flesh

Normand J. Gouin

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Vocal Forces: SATB, Cantor, Solo, Assembly

Accompaniment: Keyboard

Separate Instruments: C Instrument, Cello

Text Source: Vv.: Psalm 98:1–9ab, The Revised Grail Psalms; ref.: John 1:14, alt.

Series: Christmas

Difficulty Level: E

Description:

This response-verse setting draws on texts from the Mass at Midnight and the Mass during the Day of the Nativity of the Lord; its intended use is for the Communion processions of Christmas, especially given the composition’s length and substance for longer processions on that solemnity. The text reflects “the deeper theological implications of the Incarnation and its connection to the entire Paschal Mystery.” The piece is effective as well with only a cantor singing the verses.

For cantor or soloist. 

Categories: Choral/Vocal

Seasonal: Christmastide

Liturgical: Christmas Vigil, Christmas Night, Christmas Dawn, Christmas Day

Rites: Eucharist

Bible Reference: Psalm 98:1–9ab, John 1:14

Scored for: Mixed Ensemble, Strings, Woodwinds

Number of Pages: 12

Language: English

Format: Octavo

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