Unity for Solo Flute by Nicole Chamberlain

Unity is dedicated to the composer’s oldest sister, Gay Lynn, on her marriage to Peter. The piece was premiered by the composer at her sister’s wedding during the lighting of the unity candle. The piece opens and closes with the Gregorian chant from the Introit of the Nuptial Mass (Tobias 7:15 and 8:19). The part of the chant that is used in Unity translates to “May the God of Israel join you together; and may He be with you.”