Kyrie

The familiar words Kyrie eleison, Christe eleison, Kyrie eleison form the opening of the Ordinary of the Mass, a plea for mercy. Robert Okeland sets this ancient text for SSAT voices. The Greek and Latin text is sung with a directness and sincerity that allows the plea to resonate with profound simplicity. Okeland's setting is suitable for liturgical use or concert performance, offering choirs a well-crafted setting of this essential liturgical element.