O Oriens (O Morning Star)

Description

Juneau's piece, O Oriens, was conceptualized with Italian architecture in mind. It uses text from the Marian O Antiphons, a traditional work that celebrate the onset of the Christmas season. As the work progresses, a sense of echo begins, offering treble ensembles a chance to sing in a majestic, independent style. Lush and accessible, with or without the optional second alto part, high school and college treble ensembles will steal the show when singing this on holiday or festival concerts.