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Crisis
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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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.
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Crisis by Abijah Forbush — Lyrics
Fleetwoods, young generous pair,
Despise the joys that fools pursue;
Bubbles are light and brittle too.
Born of the water and the air.
Tried by a standard, bold and just.
Honour and gold, and paint and dust;
How vile the last is, and as vain the first!
Things that the crowd call great and brave,
With me how low their value's brought!
Titles and names, and life and breath,
Slaves to the wind, and born for death;
The soul's the only thing we have
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About Crisis
Abijah Forbush's Crisis is an SATB anthem that explores profound spiritual themes. The music opens with a focus on the interplay of the voices, developing the text's reflections on the fleeting nature of worldly vanities compared to the eternal value of the soul. The lyrics, in English, challenge conventional pursuits, contrasting them with a steadfast inner truth. This sacred work invites contemplation on what truly matters, urging the listener to consider the immortal nature of the soul beyond earthly concerns. Its robust SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic development as it grapples with these significant ideas.
