Sea Fever

Autorentext
Oliver Tarney was introduced to choral singing at a young age in his Parish Church choir, and has been inspired by it ever since. Following a music degree at Manchester University and a Masters degree in composition, he is currently Head of Composition and Singing at Winchester College in Hampshire. He has written widely for children and adults, amateurs and professionals. Major works include his acclaimed Magnificat, recorded for Convivium Records, and a St Mark Passion, commissioned by the St Endellion Easter Festival. Oliver has worked extensively to promote singing in communities, choirs, and classrooms. He is passionate about inspiring others to find a love of singing.

Zusammenfassung
for CCBar and piano This is an imaginative and modern-sounding setting of John Masefield's popular poem (2017 marks the 50th anniversary of Masefield's death). This expressive piece ebbs and flows, and provides imitative textures and well-crafted narrative.