Jacob's Ladder Welcome

Sarah Lambert's Jacob's Ladder Welcome is a poignant setting for SATB choir of an English text that speaks of family, migration, and sanctuary. The composer draws inspiration from the enduring image of families undertaking perilous journeys, seeking safety and a new home. The lyrics vividly evoke the immense courage and love that drives parents to protect their children, and siblings to support one another, as they sail across the sea. The music is designed to convey a profound sense of welcome and belonging to those who have endured hardship, creating an atmosphere of warmth and community. This work offers a moving reflection on themes of displacement and the universal human desire for peace and a place to call home.