Double Chant in A Flat Minor

Francis Melville composed this Double Chant in A Flat Minor for SATB choir. As a member of the Anglican tradition, this chant follows the specific metrical and melodic conventions established for the singing of psalms and canticles within that liturgical framework. The English text is set in a style that allows for clear declamation, characteristic of Anglican chant. This setting provides a rich, four-part harmony suitable for congregational singing or as a standalone choral anthem, offering directors a well-crafted example of the genre.