General, Concert

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-5; Psalm 57:8-10; Psalm 101

Rising with power and based on Psalm 101, this piece affirms our commitment to praise. The main theme is a syncopated series of declarative gesturestoggling between unison strength and harmonic expressiveness. A prayerful middle section explores a new key and includes a striking minor section. One final alleluia adds a musical exclamation point to this festive statement.