'Hope' is a deeply reflective work, shaped by themes of serenity, renewal, and spirituality.
Composer Nathanael Watchorn creates a work of gentle strength and stillness of a benedictory chorus. Its sense of calm and assurance sees Watchorn illuminate its emotional core from words of a benediction.
The Hope of Christ
Those come from his father, Major Julian Watchorn, whose poetic text 'The Hope of Christ' speaks of grace, love, joy, and the sustaining power found in Christ. The verses provide a clear spiritual lens that give meaningful and deeply moving moments of stillness amid the noise of modern life.
Video, PDF and sheet music
To view a video of Regent Hall Band performing the work:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=489X1cwPYi0&list=RD489X1cwPYi0&start_radio=1
Duration: approx. 3.00 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3rd Section +
PDFs available at: https://www.brookwrightmusic.com/product-page/hope-brass-band-nathanael-watchorn
Sheet music available at:
www.brassband.co.uk
www.durhammusicshop.co.uk
www.cimarronmusic.com (USA)
