It Sifts From Leaden Sieves

Well known for his work in education as well as for his widely performed choral works, Richard Allain here adds to the repertoire of winter music a fine score that will leave a haunting impression in any seasonal programme. The music captures the unruffled mystery of a perfect snow-scene, imagined in words by reclusive New England poet Emily Dickinson. Conveying stillness in its rippling chords and delicate figuration, the harp (or piano) adds atmosphere and a most delicate background to the choir’s calm rendition of the poem.