Hunters’ Chorus

This SATB setting of an English text conjures a vivid image of a joyful hunt. The composer captures the excitement of the chase and the camaraderie of the hunters, opening with the dawn setting and the sound of hounds and calls. The text then shifts to a more tender scene, celebrating the hunter's return and the reunion with a loved one, linking the outdoor pursuit with domestic happiness. This secular part-song would be well-suited for a concert program, perhaps evoking a sense of rustic celebration or the exhilaration of nature.