This edition was prepared by Kathryn Rose — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Footdee
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Footdee by Kathryn Rose — Lyrics
1 Would you behold the works of God,
is wonders in the world abroad,
Go with the mariners, and trace
The unknown regions of the seas.
2 They leave their native shores behind,
And seize the favor of the wind;
Till God command, and tempests rise
That heave the ocean to the skies.
3 Now to the heav'ns they mount amain,
Now sink to dreadful deeps again;
What strange affrights young sailors feel,
And like a stagg'ring drunkard reel!
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About Footdee
This stirring hymn setting by Kathryn Rose is ideal for services focusing on journeys, maritime themes, or divine providence. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic textures to depict the text's dramatic narrative. The lyrics recount the perils faced by mariners at sea, their struggle against the elements, and their ultimate reliance on God for salvation. The music would likely mirror the shifting moods described, from the awe of 'wonders in the world abroad' and the tempest's fury to the profound relief of God's mercy and the calm of a safe haven. Its sacred nature and hymn-like structure make it a fitting choice for congregational engagement or thoughtful reflection.
