Apple Round

John Hetland’s Apple Round celebrates the serendipitous moment when a fallen apple, admired for its rosy charm, caught the eye of Newton. The English text poetically captures this fleeting event, noting how the apple is gone but leaves behind a magnificent memory. This engaging secular canon is written for four equal voices, offering a delightful challenge for choirs. Its structure invites a sense of playful imitation, mirroring the continuous cycle of discovery and memory described in the lyrics. The piece is ideal for adding a touch of lighthearted intellectualism and musical ingenuity to any concert programme.