: It is written for a large ensemble, typically requiring a double choir (SSAATTBB and SATB) and featuring soaring soprano soloists. Reviewers often note Ešenvalds' ability to give upper voices "luminous, floating melodies" set against shimmering backgrounds. Critical Reception Atmosphere

: A standout feature of the score is the unexpected introduction of ocarinas, triangles, and small bells

at the midway point, creating a "gentle susurration" of sound. Vocal Demands