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Ascribe unto the Lord
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Ascribe unto the Lord by John Travers — Lyrics
Canticum ipsi David, quando domus aedificabatur post captivitatem.
Cantate Domino canticum novum; cantate Domino omnis terra.
Cantate Domino, et benedicite nomini ejus; annuntiate de die in diem salutare ejus.
Annuntiate inter gentes gloriam ejus; in omnibus populis mirabilia ejus.
Quoniam magnus Dominus, et laudabilis nimis: terribilis est super omnes deos.
Quoniam omnes dii gentium daemonia; Dominus autem caelos fecit.
Confessio et pulchritudo in conspectu ejus; sanctimonia et magnificentia in sanctificatione ejus.
Afferte Domino, patriae gentium, afferte Domino gloriam et honorem;
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About Ascribe unto the Lord
John Travers's anthem Ascribe unto the Lord is a setting of biblical text that would be most appropriate for services or concerts within the church calendar, particularly occasions of thanksgiving or praise. The work begins by framing its text within the context of the rebuilding of David's house after the captivity, immediately establishing a mood of solemn reflection and rededication. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic textures, supporting the powerful pronouncements of God's greatness and the call for all nations to acknowledge his glory. Travers's musical setting rises to the grandeur of the text, urging congregations and choirs alike to offer praise and witness to divine power.
