Set Me As a Seal
for mixed chorus a cappella
“Love is strong as death”
This moving sentiment from the Song of Solomon is appropriate for many occasions, and the subtle counterpoint of this setting will delight singers and audience alike.
SKU: PHD-002
Categories: Choral Music, Mixed Voices
Instrumentation: Choral
Descriptive Tags: | Christian, Death, Jewish, Love |
Difficulty: | Advanced Student |
Duration: | 1-5 Minutes |
Language: | English |
Sacred or Secular: | Sacred, Secular |
Season or Event: | Funeral, General, Love, Marriage, Memorial/Funeral |
Voicing: | SATB, SSATB |
Instrumentation: | A Cappella |
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