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Fayette
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Fayette by Samuel Wakefield — Lyrics
When I can read my title clear
To mansions in the skies,
I bid farewell to ev'ry fear,
And wipe my weeping eyes.
Should earth against my soul engage,
And hellish darts be hurl'd,
Then I can smile at Satan's rage,
And face a frowning world.
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About Fayette
Samuel Wakefield's Fayette is a hymn setting for treble, tenor, and bass voices, demonstrating a traditional approach to sacred music. The music flows with a devotional character, providing a solid foundation for the text. The interplay between the treble, tenor, and bass voices creates a rich yet accessible texture, suitable for congregational singing or a choir seeking a familiar, uplifting anthem. The English text speaks of unwavering faith in the face of earthly and hellish challenges, finding solace and ultimate rest in heavenly peace. Its straightforward melody and harmonic language make it a piece that can be readily learned and deeply felt by singers and listeners alike.
