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How long wilt thou forget me?
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Jonathan Goodliffe
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How long wilt thou forget me? by Jeremiah Clarke — 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 wilt thou forget me?
Jeremiah Clarke's anthem How long wilt thou forget me? sets a powerfully evocative text from Psalm 13. Originally in Latin, this setting includes an English translation, allowing for broader accessibility. The composer explores the psalm's plea for divine attention and comfort in times of distress, reflecting the profound human experience of seeking solace and strength. Scored for SATB choir, the work offers rich harmonic possibilities and dynamic contrasts to convey the emotional arc of the text. This sacred anthem, rooted in the tradition of English church music, is a poignant expression of faith and hope through adversity, suitable for services or concert programming.
