Saint Ursula: Sacred Cantata (1881) - Paperback

by Frederic Hymen Cowen (Author), Robert Edward Francillon (Author)

Saint Ursula: Sacred Cantata (1881) is a musical composition by Frederic Hymen Cowen. The cantata is dedicated to Saint Ursula, a legendary Christian saint who was martyred along with her companions. The piece is written for choir and orchestra and is divided into several movements. The music is characterized by its grandeur and solemnity, with soaring melodies and rich harmonies. Cowen's skillful use of orchestration creates a powerful and emotional atmosphere, evoking the religious devotion and martyrdom of Saint Ursula. The piece was first performed in 1881 and has since become a beloved work in the classical music repertoire. Overall, Saint Ursula: Sacred Cantata is a stunning musical tribute to a revered saint and a testament to Cowen's mastery of composition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.