Hymn

Hey fellow music lovers,
Tell me what you think of my first composition, the hymn "Christ, Mighty Savior." Basically it was an assignment in which we had to pick a text for a hymn, write a melody and harmonize simply with SATB. There is no real form (I'm very beginner, 3 years classical guitar, 1 year theory/aural skills is the limit of my formal training). I don't consider it a serious composition that I laboured over, but more along the lines of an exercise. It is intended for choral, but the midi timbre is set to strings... but you'll get the idea. For the record, I'm 18, and started to immerse myself into the world of classical music about a year and a half ago. Any feedback is appreciated.

PS. I know the rit at the end is over the top... I couldn't figure out how to change it!

Ryan

Very nice short piece that reminded me of Haydn's music! Besides the very short time of the piece, which I think you could extend with an introduction and a closing passage, the harmony is adorable and the piece well written. Good job.

On a side note, and perhaps just an issue with the MIDI, but I didn't hear a chorus at all, just strings - is that intentional?

Yes I know it is quite short that just because its simply meant to be repeated four times with different stanzas. If I ever like got it published or something I would add an introduction and stuff. Thanks for the feedback!

Ryan

Yes I know it is quite short that just because its simply meant to be repeated four times with different stanzas. If I ever like got it published or something I would add an introduction and stuff. Thanks for the feedback!

Ryan

very enjoyable hymn! fine melody and harmony!

Lovely piece!

- Jen

I like it- very similar to bach chorale