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Blessed be the Lord God
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Blessed be the Lord God by Joseph Barnby — Lyrics
Blessed be the Lord God of Israel; for he hath visited and redeemed his people,
And hath raised up an horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David;
As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, which have been since the world began.
Thou art fairer than the children of men, full of grace are thy lips, because God hath blessed thee for ever.
Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee.
Angels, from the realms of glory,
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About Blessed be the Lord God
This anthem by Joseph Barnby is suitable for Christmas services, drawing text from the Gospel of Luke and a well-known carol. The music sets the familiar biblical words concerning the redemption of Israel and the coming of the King. It is scored for SATB choir and offers rich opportunities for expressive singing, particularly in the celebratory passages. The composer's setting of the prophecies and the jubilant shouts of "Rejoice greatly" provide moments of musical grandeur, while the carol verses offer a direct invitation to the Nativity.
