Hymn to Mary (Mariukvaedi)

for S(solo)SATBB unaccompanied Published with its original text and in English, this Icelandic hymn sets three verses in honour of the Virgin Mary attributed to Jon Arasón, Iceland's last Catholic bishop. Each verse consists of a solo soprano melody, rhythmically free and beautiful in its simplicity, and a warmer, choral refrain. Suitable for concert and church use.