Preview: The Coventry Carol
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SKU: A0.778136
Composed by Traditional English Carol. Arranged by Jeremy Yowell. Christian,Christmas,Concert,Contemporary,Sacred. Score. 7 pages. Jeremy Yowell #483225. Published by Jeremy Yowell (A0.778136).2015 Holiday Contest Here is one of the lesser-known Christmas carols. Unfortunately, this carol is best known for its use of a Picardy third (a raised third in the final cadence of a minor key); however, I think the lyrics are the most memorable part of this carol. Although a rather unlikely subject for a festive season,. "The Coventry Carol" references the Gospel of Matthew in which King Herod ordered all male infants in Bethlehem to be killed - historically called the "Massacre of the Innocents." With inconsolable grief, the mothers mournfully sing, Lully, lullay, thou little tiny child. Throughout this arrangement, I’ve incorporated a gentle 6/8 lilt to give a lullaby effect in keeping with the words. Contemplating the mourning mothers singing to their lifeless infants is a powerful image and helps to communicate the despair and heartache they felt. In the second stanza, there is a definite sinister feel as King Herod jealously rages and sends out his soldiers to do their evil deed. Then in the final stanza, a simple accompaniment pattern paints the gently falling tears of the heartbroken mothers. Check out my website: www.JeremyYowell.com Or. follow me on FB: https://www.facebook.com/Jeremy-Yowell-310643592317893/?ref=hl.
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