And the Glory of the Lord

Melody

• 4 Main Melodies that relate to parts of the text.
• Part 1: Syllabic (And the Glory of the Lord)
• Part 2: Melismatic (Shall be revealed)
• Part 3: Syllabic and Melismatic (And all flesh shall see it together)
• Part 4: Syllabic (For the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it)

Harmony

• A Major
• Modulates to the dominant (E major) + the dominant of the E Major (B major)
• Ends on a plagal cadence (IV-I)

Dynamics

• Terraced dynamics - no crescendo or diminuendo
• There is a dramiatic rest before the final loud candence

Texture

• The alto entry is monophonic.
• The texture varies between homophonic and monophonic throughout.
• The ending is homophonic.

Affection

• Prevailing mood is joyful.
• This is shown in the major key.
• It is also shown in the fast tempo.

History

• It is an Oratorio (Large scale work for choir, orchestra and Soloists)
• It was composed in the 18^th Century. (1741)