Introduction Lord for thy tender mercy’s sake is a sacred anthem composed by Richard Farrant, with as source of text, Lidley’s Prayers, 1566. It was first published in 1905 in The Anthem Book (No. 162) and can be sung as a SATB or ATTB A cappella. The song is a short call to prayer for …
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Choral music Definitions Music: Music is defined by the Concise Oxford Dictionary as “the art of mixing vocal or instrumental sounds (or both) to achieve beauty of form, harmony, and expression of emotion”. Choral music: Choral music is music written for and sung by a choir. Choir: A choir or chorus is a collection of …
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Introduction It is not possible to overemphasize the importance of music. Music is a universal language. It creates ambiance, unites people, helps us focus and express our emotions, and is pleasurable. Music is important in every aspect of life, but as Christians, it is important to understand the importance of music in worship. 1. Music …
