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Gloria Op. 157 No. 12: Choral Works (inc. Oratorios)

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Gloria Op. 157 No. 12: Choral Works (inc. Oratorios)

Gloria Op. 157 No. 12: Choral Works (inc. Oratorios)

for Mixed Choir and Organ (Piano)

By Alan Hovhaness

Item: 98-EP6433
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Series: Edition Peters
Publisher: Edition Peters
Page Count: 12
ISBN10: 0-30-071320-7
ISBN13: 979-0-3007-1320-5
SKU: 98-EP6433

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About the Composer: Alan Hovhaness

Alan Hovhaness (1911-2000) was an American composer of Armenian descent whose prolific output spans over 60 symphonies, numerous concertos, and a vast catalog of choral and sacred works. His music draws deeply from Armenian folk traditions, Eastern Orthodox liturgical chant, and modernist harmonic language, creating a distinctive sound that bridges ancient and contemporary musical worlds. Hovhaness's compositional philosophy centered on spiritual expression and accessibility, making his work particularly valuable for educational and liturgical settings.

Why we love this

Hovhaness crafted this Gloria with the understanding that sacred text demands musical clarity and reverence without sacrificing sophistication. The piece respects the liturgical function while offering choirs genuine musical substance—accessible enough for motivated singers to execute with confidence, yet sufficiently crafted to reward careful preparation and thoughtful interpretation.

What to expect

The music unfolds with meditative clarity, rooted in the spiritual traditions of the Armenian church yet voiced through a modern harmonic lens. Hovhaness's setting feels both timeless and immediate, creating space for the sacred text to breathe while the choir's voices weave together in contemplative counterpoint.

Who it's for

This octavo works well for adult choirs, collegiate ensembles, and advanced high school choirs seeking liturgical or concert repertoire with real artistic depth. Singers should have solid music-reading skills and comfort with non-traditional harmonic language, though the piece is not virtuosic in range or technique.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the harmonic progressions with attention to Hovhaness's characteristic modal and quartal language; these sonorities should feel inevitable rather than exotic, so rehearse voice leading as interconnected lines rather than stacked chords.
  • Balance the text intelligently across all sections; the Gloria text demands clarity, so mark phrasing that supports word meaning over purely musical cadences.
  • Explore the dynamic range subtly; Hovhaness favors understated intensity over dramatic contrast, so distinguish structural moments through refined control of volume and timbre rather than sudden shifts.

How to use it

This Gloria fits naturally into concert programs exploring 20th-century sacred music or American choral repertoire. It also serves well as a liturgical addition to church music seasons, particularly where a thoughtfully composed vernacular setting deepens worship without requiring extensive instrumental accompaniment.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading quartal and modal harmonic language
  • Sustaining legit tone in long, text-driven phrases
  • Balancing part independence in transparent textures
  • Interpreting liturgical text with musical intention

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