One Silver Star
A new choral piece depicting the Christmas star shining as the three Magi make their way to Bethlehem. Words by the composer. Commissioned by the San Francisco Choral Artists, and premiered in 2023 with Magen Solomon conducting.
| Language: | English |
| Duration: | 1-5 Minutes |
| Difficulty: | Advanced |
| Season or Event: | Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Winter |
| Voicing: | SATB |
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