The voices float toward the realm of heav'n.
Also, the instruments in sweet accord,
Resounding to the glory of the LORD,
Rejoicing in the fulness God has giv'n.
Yes, even little children, with delight
Lift voices in a soaring melody,
While others blend and flow in harmony;
The praise of God pours forth into the night.
Whence did the music sung originate?
How did it, in their souls, take such a grip?
Why do they, under guidance, blossom so?
A thousand generations celebrate
And lift the praise of God from thankful lip
When God, in faithfulness, endues their soul.
this sonnet was written in response to
An Evening of Music to the Glory of God
Presented by the
Orchestra and Choirs
of Grace Classical Academy
(Springfield, MO)
Thursday, January 19, 2006
Friday, January 20, 2006
From the opening strains of This is My Father's World co-mingled with All Creatures of Our God and King, through J. S. Bach, G. F. Handel, A. Vivaldi, interspersed with hymns and spirituals, and a stunning cello solo of Saint-Saens The Swan, the music was exquisite.
Thursday, January 19, 2006
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4 comments:
What a great way to spend an evening! Wonderful poem, thank you for sharing!
Cheers!
Just a note to let you know about my hymn blog.
Peace!
Ephrem:
Thank you for your comment. I just took a few minutes to scan your site, and was pleased. Although I am from a different branch of the catholic church (the reformed protesting part), I too have concern that we hear the whole of Holy Scripture, in light of the historic tradition of the church of Jesus.
I noticed that you posted 'Of the Father's Love Begotten' on 12/23. We structured our 2004 children's Christmas music around the 7 verses of this hymn and the concepts:
1. The Promised Seed of the Woman
2. Lamb that God Would Provide
3. Consolation of Israel
4. Long Awaited Messiah
5. Word from Before Time
6. Maker of All that Is
7. Born of a Woman
8. Taking on Human Flesh
The seven verses of 'Of the Father's Love Begotten', together with stanzas from many other Christmas hymns were structured along that outline.
It was a wonderful time of worship as we examined the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world.
Blessings on your work!
JFC
Hi Cousin,
Awesome poem. It brought joy to my heart. So glad to see some of your work and that you are having fun with it.
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