DO NOT STAND AT MY GRAVE AND WEEP

Composed by Keith Terrett
Text by Clare Harner

For Two Boy Trebles and Chamber Orchestra

A deeply moving and atmospheric setting of Clare Harner’s celebrated poem, Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep.

Keith Terrett’s evocative composition explores themes of remembrance, loss, consolation and the enduring presence of those we love.

Written for two boy trebles and chamber orchestra, the work combines expressive vocal writing with delicate orchestral colours. The sensitive interplay of oboe, harp, timpani and strings creates an intimate and reflective musical landscape.

Set in A minor, the composition moves towards a luminous conclusion, with a poignant Tierce de Picardie offering a final sense of peace, hope and spiritual reassurance.

Ideal for:

• Memorial and remembrance concerts

• Sacred and reflective programmes

• Choral and chamber orchestra performances

• Concerts exploring themes of love, loss and consolation

Instrumentation: Two Boy Trebles, Oboe, Harp, Timpani and Strings.

Additional Versions in Preparation

Arrangements for Singers and Organ and SATB Choir are currently in preparation.

Performance Enquiries

If you wish to perform this work, please contact the composer, Keith Terrett, directly to discuss performance opportunities, score availability and forthcoming arrangements.

An intimate and deeply expressive musical tribute to remembrance, love and the enduring human spirit.