New from Michael John Trotta and MorningStar Music
About the song . . .
And Peace Shall Guard You was written as an exploration of finding sanctuary from the hectic pace that seems of so prevalent in the modern world. The pedal point in the bass line introduces a placid texture from which a rich sonority unfolds. The diatonic exposition builds to the refrain “It shall guard you” that yields to a more chromatic instability depicting anxiousness that comes from focusing on that which is not pure, gracious, and true. The piece juxtaposes images of anxiousness with the contrasting desire to seek gratitude in all things. The final statement of the work returns to the placidness from which it began, with the assurance that peace will guard you.
About the text . . .
While inspired by Chapter Four of Philippians, this setting transcends all creeds, geographic regions, and socio-economic statuses, while focusing on the idea that thanksgiving in all things is a pathway to peace. Its message is as appropriate today as it was when it was written nearly 2000 years ago. It offers both the performer and the audience an opportunity to reflect upon the things to which they give their time and energy and the rewards therein.
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