In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life and forget to live in the moment. “A Moment’s Measure” is a beautiful and thought-provoking motet that encourages us to slow down and appreciate the present.
This SATB choral score, composed by Allan Robert Petker, features a poem that celebrates the value of living in the moment in vibrant and expressive ways. The piece is woven together with Latin phrases that add depth and complexity, particularly in the flowing counterpoint sections. The middle section, which plays with the words “A Moment’s Measure,” is a highlight of the piece.
“A Moment’s Measure” is an Excellent Timeless Choice for Choirs
“A Moment’s Measure” is an excellent choice for high school, college, and community choir concerts. Its medium difficulty level and traditional style make it accessible to a wide range of ensembles. This lovely and contemplative piece is sure to resonate with audiences and leave a lasting impression.
This motet beautifully captures the fleeting nature of life, urging us to cherish the present. Vibrant language and thoughtful Latin phrases intertwine in expressive counterpoint, particularly in the middle section’s creative exploration of the title “A Moment’s Measure”. The result is a lovely, contemplative piece well-suited for high school, college, and community choir performances.
A Moment’s Measure – SATB – Choral Score
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A Moment’s Measure
Description:
”Living in the moment” is a mantra and goal that is as easily forgotten as it is to pursue. The poem in this motet proclaims its value in colorful ways. Each verse is followed by a Latin phrase that coalesces the thoughts in flowing counterpoint. The middle section plays with the words from which the piece gets its title. This is a lovely and thoughtful piece for high school, college and community choir concerts.
Purchasing Options:
• SATB Choral Score
• SATB Choral Score Digital
Additional Information:
Voicing: Choral Score, SATB
Composers: Allan Robert Petker
Authors: Kimberly Ayers and Allan Petker
Accompaniment: A Cappella
Style: Traditional
Release Date: 2022
Publisher: Pavane Publishing
Content: School
Difficulty: Medium
Allan Robert Petker has built a distinguished career as a composer and educator, with a prolific output of over 250 published works. His expertise spans multiple facets of the music industry, including publishing, performance, and education, cementing his reputation as a leading figure in his field.
