The Cloak, the Boat, and the Shoes, for soprano, alto, tenor, bass and string quartet ad lib, Score and parts

This atmospheric, sensitive piece for solo SATB (or small vocal ensemble) with optional string quartet was written by Timothy Raymond for the 2017 Lower Machen Festival. The contemporary harmonic language, with distant echoes of Britten, Holst and Howells, and the delicate, often sensuous textures combine to make a work of considerable expressive power that perfectly captures the essence of W. B. Yeats?s poem. Around six minutes long, it is a welcome addition to the rich repertoire of British vocal music.