Eric Whitacre - "Lux Aurumque" for String Ensemble

Eric Whitacre's Lux Aurumque envelops listeners in a serene, radiant soundscape. Translated as "Light and Gold", this ethereal work sets a Latin text that describes the warmth and purity of light. Originally composed for SATB choir and inspired by a poem by Edward Esch (translated by Charles Anthony Silvestri), it is celebrated for its lush harmonies, slow tempo, and shimmering textures. Now beautifully arranged for string ensemble, Lux Aurumque retains its timeless, meditative quality—rich in cluster chords and flowing dynamics.