Composed for ease of preparation, this anthem, based on Lowell Mason's familiar hymn tune and the words of Samuel Wolcott, may be rehearsed and ready to perform in one Sunday morning. Perfect for the first Sunday back, a special event, or any other occasion when you don't have much time to prepare. While, everyone will recognize the tune throughout, the a-capella, third verse, is in 4/4 with easily accomplished harmonic variations. The last verse provides a majestic and exciting accompaniment, unison choir, and a soaring descant, followed by a short and surprising coda.

This anthem celebrates singing, music, and service, and is also appropriate for topics including Service, Mission, and Celebration of a Call.

Complete Score and Recording available on Youtube

This traditional New Zealand ballad has a catchy melody and driving rhythmwith passages of counterpoint and homophony. This approachable version of the songwill be a great addition to every high school or community choir learning andperformance. Recently, the song has been popular on TikTok as a ?sea shanty?. #seashanty#shanty #ballad #ShantyTok. Of all the strangeness that has already transpired in 2021, the mostpleasant and least expected has been the explosion of sea shanties on TikTok.