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How long, O Lord
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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How long, O Lord by Jennifer Bastable — Lyrics
In finem. Psalmus David. Usquequo, Domine, oblivisceris me in finem? usquequo avertis faciem tuam a me?
quamdiu ponam consilia in anima mea; dolorem in corde meo per diem?
usquequo exaltabitur inimicus meus super me?
Respice, et exaudi me, Domine Deus meus. Illumina oculos meos, ne umquam obdormiam in morte;
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About How long, O Lord
Jennifer Bastable's How long, O Lord is a sacred anthem for SSATB choir, with an optional soprano solo. The text is a powerful plea drawn from Psalm 13, setting Latin and English lyrics that speak of God's perceived absence and the singer's desperate hope. The composer grapples with the profound emotional weight of the words, creating a setting that moves from deep lament to ultimate trust and praise. This work offers a compelling opportunity for a choir to explore themes of faith and perseverance through its rich harmonies and dramatic text setting, suitable for services or concert programming.
