Kyrie

• Kyrie, Hildegard Von Bingen (1098-1179)
• Otto Muller Verlag, Salzburg 1969
• Chant, no instrumentation
• What made this piece most memorable for me was the success that the choir had in progressing from one note to the next in seemingly perfect unison. This just seemed impressive to me, because unity is especially hard to attain in a group. I was also impressed with the length that the girls held their notes for, and still managed to conceal any audible breathing. In my limited singing experience, I found it difficult to make my breathes after long notes quiet.
• This piece certainly showcases the ability that women have to be precise, accurate, and talented. With the absence of any instruments, their voices are very exposed, and they were pretty to listen to. While this piece undoubtedly showed how talented these singers were, I found myself thinking that if I had to sit and listen to a whole concert of songs of this manner, I would definitely lose interest.