THREE HYMNS TO THE SON

II. Aeterna Christi munera — page 5 of score

Steven Paxton’s THREE HYMNS TO THE SON for SATB choir is in three contrasting movements, which are based on medieval texts and plainsong fragments from Byzantine and Ambrosian chant, and from a 13th century Italian laude. The musical style is thoughtful and dignified, with a driving ostinato pattern shaping the middle movement and an exultant rhythmic hymn closing out the set.

DURATION: 6:00