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Crown Him with many crowns
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Crown Him with many crowns by Joseph Barnby — Lyrics
Crown him with many crowns,
the Lamb upon his throne.
Hark! how the heavenly anthem drowns
all music but its own.
Awake, my soul, and sing
of him who died for thee,
and hail him as thy matchless king
through all eternity.
Crown him the Lord of life,
who triumphed o'er the grave,
and rose victorious in the strife
for those he came to save;
his glories now we sing
who died and rose on high,
who died eternal life to bring,
and lives that death may die.
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About Crown Him with many crowns
Joseph Barnby's setting of Crown Him with Many Crowns is a stirring anthem for SATB choir and organ. The music immediately captures the exultant tone of the hymn's opening lines, with the voices building in a rich, homophonic texture that celebrates the Lamb upon his throne. The composer effectively conveys the grandeur and majesty of Christ's resurrection and eternal reign through powerful harmonic progressions and dynamic contrasts. The text speaks of Christ's triumph over death and his role as Lord of life and love, offering a profound meditation on his sacrifice and glory. This hymn setting is ideal for services or concerts where a strong, affirmative statement of faith is desired, engaging the choir in a piece that is both musically satisfying and theologically rich.
