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Art Thou Weary?, Op. 89, No. 4
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Art Thou Weary?, Op. 89, No. 4 by Dudley Buck — Lyrics
Art thou weary, art thou languid,
Art thou sore distressed?
'Come to Me,' saith One, 'and, coming,
Be at rest.'
Hath He marks to lead me to Him,
If he be my Guide?
In His feet and hands are woundprints,
And His side.
Is there diadem, as Monarch,
That His brow adorns?
Yea, a crown in very surety,
But of thorns!
If I find Him, if I follow,
What his guerdon here?
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About Art Thou Weary?, Op. 89, No. 4
The composer Dudley Buck draws on the familiar words of a well-known hymn to create this anthem. The SATBB setting offers rich harmonic possibilities, with the voices often engaging in imitative interplay and full, resonant chords. The text explores themes of spiritual weariness, the identification of Christ through his suffering, and the ultimate reward of finding peace and rest through faith. The composer’s setting amplifies the text’s journey from distress to solace, creating a devotional atmosphere through its direct and powerful musical language.
