Variations on “In Dulce Jubilo”

1998  (12 minutes)

Six variations on the old Latin hymn “In dulci jubilo“, highlighted by a vibrant dance as well as an extended violin cadenza.

Intro

Choral Prelude

Sea Chanty

Cantilena – A lyrical fugal prelude

Dance – A vibrant dance in a modern style

Elegy – Low strings alternate with an extended violin cadenza in this variation

Finale – The finale features the full orchestra playing the chorale, followed by an energetic coda