BUT THEY THAT WAIT

"But They That Wait" is a stirring choral setting of Isaiah 40:31, composed by Newlove Annan. The piece opens with a gentle, expressive Mezzo-Soprano solo that carries the well-loved scriptural promise: those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength and mount up with wings like eagles. It is a message of endurance and divine support that speaks directly to the heart of anyone facing a difficult season.

As the solo concludes, the full choir enters with a rhythmic, layered repetition of "But they that wait." The voices build together, echoing the call to patience and trust. A warm shift happens in the second section where the choir sings, "So wait for the Lord, He will guide and uphold you," offering a direct word of comfort before returning to the main theme.

Choirs often prepare this piece for concerts, special presentations, or moments in a service that call for an anthem of encouragement. The interplay between the soloist and the SATB chorus gives directors a wonderful opportunity to showcase vocal dynamics while delivering a powerful message of faith.