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America
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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America by Truman Wetmore — Lyrics
Psalmus David. Dominus regit me, et nihil mihi deerit:
in loco pascuae, ibi me collocavit. Super aquam refectionis educavit me;
animam meam convertit. Deduxit me super semitas justitiae propter nomen suum.
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About America
The text is the 23rd Psalm, the Lord is my Shepherd. It speaks of divine guidance and protection, promising comfort and sustenance even in the face of danger. The composer Truman Wetmore sets this universally known passage for SATB choir. The setting combines Latin, for the psalm verses, with English, offering a lyrical and devotional experience. This work is suitable for sacred occasions, drawing on the rich tradition of psalmody and hymnody. The SATB voicing allows for full, resonant harmonies, enhancing the message of peace and faithfulness found within the text.
