Seven Line Supplication to Guru Rinpoche

Seven Line Supplication to Guru Rinpoche
Type
Piece
Composer
Harry Einhorn
Year Composed
2013
Pages
12
Minutes
4
Difficulty
2 (High school)
Language
Tibetan
Voicing
4 part mixed chorus; 4 part low voice chorus
Divisi
No
Sacred or Secular
Secular
Mood
Rhythmic, with steady energy; Caring, warm
Description

This hypnotic, chant-like piece, is both a choir and audience favorite. It’s got a touch of exotic flavor and great rhythmic energy juxtaposed with jazz-like harmonies. A study in long phrases, rhythmic unity, and breath control.

Audio Credit
(Mixed Choir) Performed live by C4: The Choral Composer/Conductor Collective, Fahad Siadat - Conductor, 2013 // (Men’s Choir) Performed live by the See-A-Dot Music Publishing Choir, Fahad Siadat - Conductor
Group
C4
Performances
C4: 2013 Feb 28 & Mar 2 (Uncaged), cond. Siadat (World Premiere); C4: 2015 Mar 5 & 7 (4 C4), cond. Siegel; Triad: 2018 June 3 & 17 (Past Is Prologue)