Timeless lyric and melody deserve to be cherished and remembered in the modern age. This setting was written by way of homage to Albert Orsborn’s classic verses and melody which are seldom encountered in the present.
Set in modern choral anthem style, this song uses unison, two-part and four-part writing for a quick teach with few obstructions for the singers or accompaniment.
The biblical theme of ‘light’ is explored in this energetic gospel anthem. Once the word rhythms of the text are conquered it all falls into place beautifully.
This setting of the much-loved text adapted from Ps. 103 has been described as eloquent, beautiful and moving. Lots of unison writing makes for bold musical lines and shapes.
The integrity and spirit of this hymn classic remain untouched even when the style is updated to pop/gospel. The mellow segues to each verse help ground the setting and the mostly unison vocals make this an easy teach. A fun sing for youth choir and groups looking for fresh takes.
