2-part mixed voices,
keyboard accompaniment, C
instrument - Early
intermediate
SKU:
GI.G-9751
Composed by
George Frideric Handel.
Arranged by James
Chepponis. Choral.
Sacred. Octavo. 12 pages.
GIA Publications #9751.
Published by GIA
Publications (GI.G-9751).
UPC: 785147975106.
English. Text Source:
Psalm 96:9a. Scripture:
Psalm 96:9a.
From
1717 to 1718, Handel
composed eleven
multi-movement,
psalm-based anthems,
commonly known as the
Chandos Anthems (he was
resident composer for the
First Duke of Chandos
during this period). is
setting of verses from
Psalm 96 is drawn from
Anthem 4b, “O Sing
unto the Lord a New
Song†(HWV 249b).
Chepponis’
thoughtful editing and
arranging of this
gem—based on
original sources, as well
as practical
considerations—
make it accessible to
many choirs that may not
have the luxury of a
large SATB choir. Listen
to the recording and
follow along with the
score in this preview
video:.