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Colchester
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Barry Johnston
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Colchester by Oliver Brownson — Lyrics
In finem. Psalmus David.
Caeli enarrant gloriam Dei, et opera manuum ejus annuntiat firmamentum.
Dies diei eructat verbum, et nox nocti indicat scientiam.
Non sunt loquelae, neque sermones, quorum non audiantur voces eorum.
In omnem terram exivit sonus eorum, et in fines orbis terrae verba eorum.
In sole posuit tabernaculum suum; et ipse tamquam sponsus procedens de thalamo suo.
Exsultavit ut gigas ad currendam viam;
a summo caelo egressio ejus. Et occursus ejus usque ad summum ejus;
nec est qui se abscondat a calore ejus.
Lex Domini immaculata, convertens animas; testimonium Domini fidele,
sapientiam praestans parvulis.
Justitiae Domini rectae, laetificantes corda; praeceptum Domini lucidum,
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About Colchester
Oliver Brownson's Colchester is a sacred setting for SATB choir, weaving together Latin and English texts. The Latin portions draw from Psalm 19, proclaiming the glory of God through the heavens and the steadfastness of His law. This psalm, a traditional hymn text, speaks of divine revelation in creation and the wisdom found in God's word. The composer's setting explores the grandeur of these ancient verses, offering a reflective and expansive musical experience. The blend of Latin and English allows for a rich devotional journey, making Colchester suitable for contemplative services or choral concerts.
