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Hollowall
Staff Notation • Sacred
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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.
SATB · Barry Johnston
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Hollowall by Jacob French — Lyrics
The Lord Jehovah reigns,
His throne is built on high;
The garments he assumes
Are light and majesty:
His glories shine
With beams so bright,
No mortal eye
Can bear the sight.
The thunders of his hand
Keep the wide world in awe;
His wrath and justice stand
To guard his holy law:
And where his love
Resolves to bless,
His truth confirms
And seals the grace.
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About Hollowall
Jacob French's setting of an English text focuses on the awesome power and glory of God, describing his reign from a throne of light and majesty. The music reflects the text's grandeur, with the SATB choir depicting the divine attributes of power, justice, and wisdom. It paints a picture of Jehovah as a supreme ruler whose actions inspire awe and whose decrees are unshakeable. The text shifts to a more personal tone, questioning if such a mighty King would condescend to be a friend to mortals, expressing the composer's deep love for the divine name and word. This sacred work is a powerful affirmation of faith and adoration.
