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At the Name of Jesus
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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At the Name of Jesus by Ralph Vaughan Williams — Lyrics
1. In the Name of Jesus
Every knee shall bow,
Every tongue confess Him
King of glory now;
’Tis the Father’s pleasure
We should call Him Lord,
Who from the beginning
Was the Mighty Word.
2. At His voice creation
Sprang at once to sight:
All the angel faces,
All the hosts of light,
Thrones and dominations,
Stars upon their way,
All the heav’nly orders,
In their great array.
3. Humbled for a season,
To receive a Name
From the lips of sinners
Unto whom He came,
Faithfully He bore it
Spotless to the last,
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About At the Name of Jesus
Ralph Vaughan Williams's setting of At the Name of Jesus is a powerful anthem for SATB choir, rooted in the English sacred music tradition. The text, often attributed to Caroline Noel, draws on Philippians 2:9-11, proclaiming Jesus as King and Lord. The music reflects the grandeur and theological depth of the words, moving from the submission of creation to the ultimate triumph of Christ's name. Vaughan Williams's skill in setting English text ensures a clear and evocative expression of the devotional sentiment, making this a stirring choice for church services and choral concerts alike. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic textures and dynamic contrasts, ideal for a dedicated choir.
