Discord, dire sister (mp3)

Performed by the ensemble dwsChorale, this piece is a part song, also known as a Glee, composed by Samuel Webbe. The lyrics explore the concept of Discord, personified as a destructive force that grows with each passing hour, spreading chaos and shaking the world. It's portrayed as an entity too large even for the skies to contain. However, the song also introduces the character of Peace, depicted as an angelic figure who descends to calm the escalating tumult. The lyrics promise that under her influence, comfort and satisfaction will prevail, ensuring that Discord is kept at bay.