Chloris in the Snow

Percy Eastman Fletcher composed this enchanting SATB setting of an English secular poem. The text describes a charming mythological scene where the nymph Chloris is courted by Jupiter in a shower of snow. The composer captures the delicate imagery of the snowfall, which first adorns Chloris and then melts into a gem. Fletcher's music likely reflects the pastoral and graceful nature of the verse, offering a delightful challenge for mixed choirs looking for a lighter, descriptive piece from the early 20th-century tradition of English part-songs. It is a charming example of the genre, suitable for concert programmes.