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Approach ye piously dispos'd
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Approach ye piously dispos'd by William Croft — Lyrics
Davidi, cum immutavit vultum suum coram Achimelech, et dimisit eum, et abiit.
Benedicam Dominum in omni tempore; semper laus ejus in ore meo.
In Domino laudabitur anima mea: audiant mansueti, et laetentur.
Magnificate Dominum mecum, et exaltemus nomen ejus in idipsum.
Exquisivi Dominum, et exaudivit me; et ex omnibus tribulationibus meis eripuit me.
Accedite ad eum, et illuminamini; et facies vestrae non confundentur.
Iste pauper clamavit, et Dominus exaudivit eum,
et de omnibus tribulationibus ejus salvavit eum.
Immittet angelus Domini in circuitu timentium eum, et eripiet eos.
Gustate et videte quoniam suavis est Dominus; beatus vir qui sperat in eo.
Timete Dominum, omnes sancti ejus, quoniam non est inopia timentibus eum.
Divites eguerunt, et esurierunt; inquirentes autem Dominum non minuentur omni bono.
Venite, filii; audite me: timorem Domini docebo vos.
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About Approach ye piously dispos'd
William Croft's setting of Approach ye piously dispos'd is a sacred work for SATB choir. It draws on liturgical Latin texts, with the opening lines referencing the Psalms and the idea of seeking the Lord. The music likely reflects the devotional nature of these biblical verses, offering a contemplative experience for performers and listeners. The blend of Latin and English suggests a tradition where vernacular translations were incorporated into sacred services. This piece would suit a choir looking for a traditional anthem with a profound spiritual message. Croft, a prominent English composer of his era, often contributed to the Anglican church music tradition.
