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Andover
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.
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Andover by Oliver Holden — Lyrics
1. Of all the joys we mortals know,
Jesus, Thy love exceeds the rest;
Love, the best blessing here below,
And nearest image of the blest.
2. Sweet are my thoughts, and soft my cares,
When the celestial flame I feel;
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About Andover
Oliver Holden's Andover is a sacred work for treble, bass, and tenor voices, sung in English. The music opens with a gentle, flowing melodic line, before expanding into a richer texture. The text expresses profound devotion to Jesus, highlighting the overwhelming nature of divine love. It speaks of the peace and constant comfort found in this love, even amidst life's challenges and the singer's own affections. The lyrics paint a picture of a soul held captive by Christ's embrace, finding complete satisfaction in His presence and the beauty of His countenance.
