A STAR SHONE ABOVE by John David Hazlett is a radiant and deeply evocative concert band work that rekindles the wonder of the first Christmas Eve. The music unfolds with cinematic warmth, guiding listeners from the weary search for shelter to the luminous moment when a brilliant star casts its glow over a humble manger. Shimmering textures, soaring lines, and tender harmonic colors illuminate the night, while glimpses of cherished carols—Silent Night, Away in a Manger, The First Noel, Carol of the Bells, and We Three Kings—flicker like distant lights in the darkness. Filled with reverence, hope, and quiet majesty, the piece paints a timeless portrait of a holy night that continues to inspire across generations.
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