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God is gone up with a merry noise
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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God is gone up with a merry noise by William Croft — Lyrics
In finem,pro filiis Core. Psalmus.
Omnes gentes, plaudite manibus; jubilate Deo in voce exsultationis:
quoniam Dominus excelsus, terribilis, rex magnus super omnem terram.
Subjecit populos nobis, et gentes sub pedibus nostris.
Elegit nobis haereditatem suam; speciem Jacob quam dilexit.
Ascendit Deus in jubilo, et Dominus in voce tubae.
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About God is gone up with a merry noise
William Croft’s SSAATB anthem God is gone up with a merry noise is a spirited setting of Psalm 47, beginning with a joyous acclamation of God’s ascent. The text, originally in Latin (as indicated by the opening incipit 'Omnes gentes, plaudite manibus'), is presented here in English, proclaiming God’s supreme majesty and dominion over all the earth. The music reflects the jubilant message, likely intended for a grand occasion such as Ascension Day. Croft’s masterful use of the divisi SSAATB forces creates a rich and sonorous texture, building to a powerful conclusion that emphasizes the divine kingship. This anthem offers a rewarding challenge for a capable choir, delivering a resonant and uplifting musical experience.
