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Come let us rejoice unto our Lord
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Come let us rejoice unto our Lord by William Byrd — Lyrics
Come let us rejoyce unto our Lord, let us make joy to God our Saviour.
Let us approch to his presence in confession, and in Psalmes let us make joy to him.
About Come let us rejoice unto our Lord
William Byrd’s anthem Come let us rejoice unto our Lord is a stirring call to praise, drawing on themes of confession and joyful celebration. The text, in English, invites the choir and congregation to approach God with gladness, using psalms to express their devotion. Byrd, a master of sacred polyphony, crafts this SSAT setting to convey the text’s fervent spiritual message with clarity and impact. His masterful use of vocal lines creates a rich yet accessible texture, ideal for choirs seeking a substantial anthem that speaks directly to the heart. This composition exemplifies the rich tradition of English sacred music, offering a profound musical experience.
