Reproaches (SSAATTBB)
For Choir a cappella (2008), 2:50 mins.
Voicing: SSAATTBB
A setting of the Reproaches for SSAATTBB, normally sung on Good Friday at the Veneration of the Cross. This is a simple, yet beautiful setting, in English. The antiphons 'My people what have I done to you?' and 'Holy is God' are alternated with the psalm verses, 'I led you out of Egypt...but you led your Saviour to the cross.' The antiphon 'Holy is God' is set in full eight part splendour. The psalm verses are two part antiphonal, alternating between SA and TB. It lasts about 3', but more verses can be added if needed for the liturgy.
Usage: Liturgy
Audio clip: Sibelius playback recording
reproaches_ssaattbb_-_full_score