This edition was prepared by Barry Johnston — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Consolation
Staff Notation • Sacred, Set pieces
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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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Consolation by Abijah Forbush — Lyrics
Hear what the voice from heav'n proclaims
For all the pious dead:
Sweet is the savour of their names,
And soft their sleeping bed.
They die in Jesus, and are bless'd;
How kind their slumbers are!
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About Consolation
This deeply felt anthem offers solace and comfort, drawing on the biblical promise of a peaceful afterlife for the faithful. The text speaks of the blessed rest awaiting those who die in Christ, released from earthly troubles and finding their reward in His presence. Abijah Forbush’s SATB setting enhances the lyrical message, with the voices blending to express the profound peace and assured hope of the text. The composer's skill in setting these sacred words creates a moving devotional experience, making Consolation a fitting choice for services focused on remembrance or the affirmation of eternal peace.
