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At the sepulchre
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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At the sepulchre by Herbert Walter Wareing — Lyrics
And when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, had bought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint him.
And very early in the morning the first day of the week, they came unto the sepulchre at the rising of the sun.
And entering into the sepulchre, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed in a long white garment; and they were affrighted.
And he saith unto them, Be not affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen; he is not here.
But go your way, tell his disciples and Peter that he goeth before you into Galilee: there shall ye see him, as he said unto you.
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About At the sepulchre
Herbert Walter Wareing's At the Sepulchre opens with a sense of quiet awe, the SATB voices weaving a texture that captures the solemnity of the scene. The music gradually builds in intensity as the narrative unfolds, reflecting the disciples' journey and their profound discovery. This anthem is set to an English text recounting the events of Easter morning, focusing on the women's visit to the empty tomb and the angel's message of Christ's resurrection. The composer masterfully uses the choral forces to convey both the fear and the overwhelming joy of this pivotal moment in Christian history. Its sacred nature and evocative setting make it a powerful addition to any choral programme.
