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A tender shoot
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · John Henry Fowler
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A tender shoot by Otto Goldschmidt — Lyrics
A tender shoot has started up from a root of grace,
as ancient seers imparted from Jesse's holy race:
It blooms without a blight, blooms in the cold bleak winter,
turning our darkness into light.
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About A tender shoot
Otto Goldschmidt's A tender shoot is a beautiful SATB anthem drawing on a rich allegorical tradition. The music reflects the spiritual imagery of the text, depicting the growth of a new life from ancient roots. The composer masterfully weaves the four voices together, creating a texture that is both intricate and expressive. The English lyrics, drawn from prophecies concerning the lineage of Christ and the role of the Virgin Mary, speak of hope and salvation, turning darkness into light. This piece would be a moving addition to any sacred choral programme, its profound message conveyed through sensitive and skilled part-writing.
