The Gate Of Life: Dramatic Cantata (1898)

by Shapcott Wensley

Book Overview

The Gate of Life is a dramatic cantata written by Shapcott Wensley in 1898. The piece is composed for four soloists, SATB choir, and orchestra. The text is based on a poem by William Ernest Henley and tells the story of a man's journey through life, from birth to death. The music is characterized by lush harmonies, soaring melodies, and dramatic choral passages. The piece is divided into six sections, each representing a different stage in the man's...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167175190
• ISBN13: 9781167175190
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"