THIS IS THE DAY THE LORD HAS MADE

"This is the Day the Lord Has Made" is a vibrant setting of Psalm 118, the quintessential song of Easter morning. Matthew Ozoinyiama captures the triumph of the Resurrection with a bright, driving tempo that immediately calls the congregation to celebration. The psalmist's opening intonation gives way to a lively, four-part response that is easy for the assembly to catch and sing along with during the Liturgy of the Word.

In the choir loft, this piece offers a wonderful mix of unison strength and polyphonic color. The verses are treated with engaging variety, moving from the full, declarative harmony of the first stanza to the expressive tenor and alto solos that lead into the later sections. The rhythmic interplay between the voices keeps the energy high from start to finish. It is an excellent choice for Easter Sunday or any festive Mass where the liturgy calls for an outpouring of joy and gratitude for the mighty deeds of the Lord.