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Amelia
Staff Notation • Sacred
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Barry Johnston
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Amelia by Solomon Howe — Lyrics
1. When Christ, the virgin's glorious Son,
Assumes his last judicial throne,
Bright clouds shall bear him down the skies,
And strike the world with dread surprise.
2. Angels, as lightnings, bend their way,
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About Amelia
This setting of Amelia for SATB voices opens with a stirring depiction of the Last Judgment. The text, in English, conjures a powerful image of Christ descending on clouds, accompanied by angels gathering the faithful. The composer Solomon Howe captures the solemnity and awe of this biblical scene, creating a work that speaks directly to the listener's imagination. Its sacred character makes it a fitting choice for services or concerts contemplating themes of divine justice and ultimate reunion.
