Written for SSAA choir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whenever this anthem is sung, there should be an English translation. While appropriate throughout the year, this anthem is particularly appropriate during Lent because it talks about the crucifixion and passion of Christ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This work was inspired by the beautiful rendition of Eric Barnum\u2019s \u201cAdoramus Te, Christe,\u201d performed by Steve Harter and his First United Methodist Church of Colorado Springs, CO youth chorale. In fact, I was so impressed with their rendition that I decided to write, first, an anthem based on \u201cThe Lord\u2019s Prayer.\u201d And then, later, I decided to write an anthem myself, using the same basic text of \u201cAdoramus Te, Christe.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Barnum\u2019s work introduced me to a new style of choral writing which includes very, very close harmony. For instance, in his \u201cAdoramus Te, Christe,\u201d in one instance the notes being sung are B, A, G#, F#, E, D#, G#, and C#. Only the most talented of choral groups can sing such!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is a wonderful women’s choral group in Prescott, originally known as Womansong and now by the new name, “Tapestry.” I wrote this piece in case they might be interested in singing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Listen to a soulless, computer generated, MIDI recording of this piece:<\/p>\n\n\n\n