Martin, Joseph M.: The Carpenter

from Canticle of the Cross

Setting: Mixed Voices
Length: 12 pages
Publisher: Hal Leonard
Item number: HL35029342
Uses: Lent, Holy Week, Good Friday

Scripture: Genesis 1:31, Matthew 4:23, 13:54-56, John 19:30

A significant text and a compelling melody combine to create a moving testament of grace. Set in threetableaus from the life of Christ, the text employs sacred metaphor, connecting the listener to Jesus as Carpenter, Healer and Redeemer. Based upon a folk song, the music moves from gentle beauty to sections that are powerful anddramatic. The final lines of 'it is finished, it is good,' bring an emotive completion to the great story of grace. Available separately: SATB, StudioTrax CD, Orchestration (Score and parts for alto recorder,oboe/english horn, clarinet 1&2, bassoon, horn 1&2, trumpets 1-3, trombone 1&2, tuba, timpani, percussion 1&2, harp, piano, violin 1&2, viola, cello, double bass). Duration: ca. 4:28.

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