With its irregular and often syncopated rhythms, this unaccompanied work for SATB makes an unusual and lively choice of work for Christmas or services relating to the Virgin Mary. It is a companion piece to
Del Nacimiento by the composer. The text, by St John of the Cross, concerns the Angel Gabriel being sent to tell Mary she will be the mother of Jesus. The title, which translates as ‘And she was called Mary’, is repeated to form an ongoing ostinato over which the sopranos sing the rest of the poem.
The piece has been recorded by Sonoro, directed by Neil Ferris and can be accessed via YouTube or Spotify.
- ISMN: 9790570683239 (M570683239)
