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Description of the work
Voicing: SATB with divisi, accompained by a string quartet
Duration: about 5'45''
Difficulty: medium-advanced
My dear Life
Another collaboration with Charles Anthony Silvestri
"My dear Life" was born from a deep and personal collaboration with Tony Silvestri.
The piece reflects my most intimate journey through life, and Tony captured this intention perfectly with his beautiful and evocative words. In a way that now feels almost prophetic, he anticipated his own experience: shortly after writing this powerful poem, Tony faced significant health challenges, from which he emerged with remarkable strength, embodying a true rebirth into the life he so wonderfully celebrates through his art.
The composition explores the power of life, revealing its warm light to someone who initially found it challenging to endure. As the individual admits his misconception, he begins to discover the true meaning of life: giving and receiving love in all circumstances.
This piece serves as a tribute to life, akin to a tender kiss emerging silently from the depths of the soul.
If you would like your choir to have the opportunity to perform it or if you simply desire more details, please do not hesitate to contact me at giuliodecarlo81@gmail.com. We can discuss and make arrangements.
Text by Charles Anthony Silvestri
My life had always felt less than whole,
And I longed for magic, mystery, meaning.
Time has worn the edges of my spirit,
Softened my pain,
Leaving my heart open.
Sorrow had blinded me
To all the blessings
Life had given me!
Think of the time I have wasted
Listening to shadows,
Sitting in the darkness
Waiting for light!
Now I can see:
Darkness and light,
Sorrow and joy
Are but footsteps on the journey;
For love is the foundation,
Life's greatest treasure.
Love is the journey we walk together,
Hand in hand, and heart to heart.
To love another and be loved in return
Is life's greatest blessing!
Giving, receiving
Love, life, hope, and laughter,
Thankful for my life, my breath,
For my joy, for my shadows, for my pain,
For my heart, for my blessings,
For the wisdom to always be
Thankful for Life!
I'm thankful for my dear Life!
Contact me at giuliodecarlo@gmail.com if you are interested in the score