for SATB chorus, unaccompanied

text by Claudia Hernaman

Music from Duke Chapel Series
MorningStar Music, 50-5121

Claudia Hernaman’s well-known text is paired with the tune DETROIT (Supplement to Kentucky Harmony, 1820). This rugged, a cappella setting is introduced by the bass voices singing the first stanza, before growing to a rich four-part harmonization. Appropriate for Ash Wednesday or any Sunday in the season of Lent.

Commissioned to honor the inspiring leadership of Jeremy Nabors, Director of Music Ministry, Chapel of the Pines Presbyterian Church, Chatham County, North Carolina.