Devils

This compelling secular canon for five equal voices sets a darkly humorous text by Barbara Rosen. The composer uses the canonic form to depict the unsettling arrival of uninvited guests, contrasting it with the conscious act of opening a door for ordinary visitors. The music, sung in English, evokes a sense of creeping unease as the voices enter one by one, building a dissonant atmosphere that perfectly captures the unsettling imagery of the lyrics. This piece offers a unique and dramatic concert or festival option for adventurous choirs seeking challenging and thought-provoking repertoire.