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Composition is a single movement
Premier Conductor's Notes:
Commissioned in fall 2007, Djupstrom’s Adam successfully combines modern and medieval flavors, mystery with bold proclamation. Its first performance was by an all-volunteer church choir (30 voices) and organ, the choir initially somewhat fearful of its intricate contrapuntal weavings, non-traditional harmonies, and irregular rhythmic patterns leading to a climactic series of ringing, interlocking “Deo gracias” affirmations. But all elements began to coalesce in remarkably short order, and the premiere, at Lessons & Carols that December, was something of a triumph. Collegiate choirs especially would find it a worthy addition to the...repertory—as would church and civic choirs that appreciate solid craftsmanship, musical imagination, and careful attention to the text.
