In the Stillness of the Night

Inspired by the Gospel account of Mary Magdalene's vigil outside Christ's tomb after his crucifixion (Matthew 27:57-61), Dan Schutte has written a sublime reflection on discipleship, love for God, and the glory of the Resurrection. He writes, "The refrain captures the voice of Mary as she waited outside the tomb, while the verses speak in the voice of the Risen Christ. In this sense, the song is a conversation between the two of them, but also between us and the Lord of our hearts." It is beautifully scored for SAB choir with descant, piano, guitar, flute, oboe, and cello and, while appropriate for use throughout the Easter Season, will be especially poignant on Good Friday and Holy Saturday as we, too, await the Good News of the Risen Christ.