Northern Spire
the music of Philip Spaeth
The Saints of the Lord
for Cantor and/or unison Choir, Assembly, and Piano (2009)
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premiered November 1, 2009
Solemnity of All Saints
The Church of St. Peter
Saratoga Springs, NY
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Based on the Offertory Antiphon for All Saints Day
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Verses based on Psalm 5
About The Saints of the Lord:
The Saints of the Lord (2009) is a musical setting based on the Offertory Antiphon for All Saints Day, taking its Refrain from Sirach 15:6 and its Verses from Psalm 5. That said, this piece could be used in a variety of situations that call for a hymn about hope in the Lord's promise that those who strive after holiness will indeed have "joy and happiness." Therefore, it may be found appropriate for funerals, weddings, celebrations of the feast days of various saints or the lives other holy or virtuous people, etc.
Click on the title page image above to view a sample score.
Performance History
November 1, 2009
world premiere
The Church of St. Peter, Saratoga Springs, NY
Philip Spaeth, Music Director
Programmed for All Saints Day and other celebrations since 2009
The Church of St. Peter, Saratoga Springs, NY
Philip Spaeth, Music Director