Northern Spire
the music of Philip Spaeth
I Am the Way
for Cantor and/or unison Choir (with descant), Assembly, and Piano
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premiered 2005
The Church of St. Peter
Saratoga Springs, NY​
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Text based on John 14:1-14
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Contemporary-style hymn
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About I Am the Way:
I Am the Way (2005) is a contemporary-style hymn, with text based on John 14:1-14. It is composed with a single line of vocal music, so that it can be sung by any combination of Cantor, unison Choir, and Assembly, although it does offer an optional descant in the Refrain for the higher voices in the Choir, if desired. This piece provides an upbeat take on a familiar Biblical passage.
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Click on the title page image above to view a sample score.
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Performance History
Performed during liturgy, on occasion, since 2005
The Church of St. Peter, Saratoga Springs, NY
Philip Spaeth, Music Director