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The Word of Christ to Mary at the Tomb
Michael Burkhardt’s setting for SATB choir and organ of Rich Oelschlaeger’s text, an impressionistic reflection of the Easter morning story.
Michael Burkhardt’s setting for SATB choir and organ of Rich Oelschlaeger’s text, an impressionistic reflection of the Easter morning story. The freely chant-like choral writing shows a carefully nuanced attention to the text and hints at familiar Easter tunes.
The Alleluia chant refrain is based on the Gregorian antiphon, "Lapis revolutus est:" The stone is rolled away from the entrance of the tomb. Whom are you seeking, O woman, the living among the dead? Do not cry, Mary. The Lord is risen! Alleluia! (Luke 24:2, 5-6; John 20:15). Appropriate throughout Eastertide, this piece would also make a fine Alleluia and Verse.
| Look and Listen | |
|---|---|
| The Word of Christ to Mary at the Tomb | |
| Occasions | Easter, Liturgical Music |
| Voicing | SATB |
| Instrumentation | Organ |
| Tune Names | EASTER HYMN, LASST UNS ERFREUEN |
| Music List | 2012 |
| Music Difficulty | Medium |
| Authors | Michael Burkhardt |
| Composers | Michael Burkhardt |
| Music Text Writer | Rich Oelschlaeger |
| Scripture References | John 20:15; Luke 24:2, 5-6 |
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