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Hosanna in the highest
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Hosanna in the highest by John Stainer — Lyrics
Hosanna in the highest.
Who is this that cometh from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this that is glorious in his apparel, travelling in the greatness of his strength? I that speak in righteousness, mighty to save.
Wherefore art thou red in thine apparel, and thy garments like him that treadeth in the winefat?
I have trodden the winepress alone; and of the people there was none with me: for I will tread them in mine anger, and trample them in my fury;
For the day of vengeance is in mine heart, and the year of my redeemed is come.
And when as Judge Thou drawest nigh,
The secrets of all hearts to try;
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About Hosanna in the highest
This majestic SATB anthem by John Stainer is ideal for major festivals or services. Setting a powerful biblical text, it opens with the triumphant cry of 'Hosanna in the highest', swiftly followed by the dramatic question, 'Who is this that cometh from Edom?'. The music vividly portrays the speaker's declaration of might and salvation, before moving into the imagery of treading the winepress alone, symbolising divine judgement and redemption. The text culminates in a contemplation of the final judgement, the separation of sinners and saints, and a plea for mercy. Stainer’s setting is rich and harmonically engaging, offering a profound musical experience for both choir and congregation.
