About the piece

The piece sets one of the most beautiful love texts ever written from The Song of Songs. This interpretation of the text maintains its simple, direct tone as well as its romantic and almost erotic quality. The duality of the text’s age and immortality is illustrated by a hybrid of traditional Jewish modes and embellishments with modern jazz-influenced harmonies and rhythms.

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Al Mishkavi BaLeylot II

For SATB chorus and chamber orchestra (2005)
Length: 6 minutes (Can be played jointly with Al Mishkavi BaLeylot I for SATB choir a-cappella)
Lyrics: Song of Songs (liturgical)
Music: Gilad Cohen

This performance:
Vocal ensemble from Mannes College
Mannes College Orchestra
David Hayes, conductor