Cantate!

The text expresses the joy of a newborn child, whose name shall be called the Angel of Great Counsel, and urges the singing of a new song to the Lord for the wondrous deeds He has done. It concludes with the traditional Gloria Patri doxology. Frances Matthews has set this Latin text for a large choir of SSSAATB, creating a rich and varied sound world. This piece, suitable as an entrance song, builds to a powerful expression of praise and adoration. The substantial forces available to the composer allow for a full and resonant performance, ideal for significant moments within a service.