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Be thou my vision
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Be thou my vision by Jennifer Bastable — Lyrics
Rop tú mo baile, a Choimdiu cride:
ní ní nech aile acht Rí secht nime.
Rop tú mo scrútain i lló 's i naidche;
rop tú adchëar im chotlud caidche.
Rop tú mo labra, rop tú mo thuicsiu;
rop tussu damsa, rob misse duitsiu.
Rop tussu m'athair, rob mé do macsu;
rop tussu lemsa, rob misse latsu.
Rop tú mo chathscíath, rop tú mo chlaideb;
rop tussu m'ordan, rop tussu m'airer.
Rop tú mo dítiu, rop tú mo daingen;
rop tú nomthocba i náentaid naingel.
Rop tú cech maithius dom churp, dom anmain;
rop tú mo flaithius i nnim 's i talmain.
Rop tussu t' áenur sainserc mo chride;
ní rop nech aile acht Airdrí nime.
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About Be thou my vision
Jennifer Bastable has set the ancient Irish text Be thou my vision for SATB choir. The original text, a prayer asking for God's presence and guidance in all aspects of life, is presented here alongside an English translation. The composer’s setting embraces the sacred nature of the words, creating an anthem of devotion. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonies and expressive contrasts, enhancing the spiritual message of the text. This piece is suitable for choirs seeking a meaningful and musically engaging addition to their sacred repertoire.
