Choral, Instrumental and Chamber Music Compositions and Arrangements

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Philip

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Fairest Lord Jesus

Scoring: SABar choir and piano

Date: 2021

The melody for “Fairest Lord Jesus” comes from Schlesische Volkslieder, published in 1842, with lyrics taken from Muenster Gesangbuch of 1677. In this setting the hymn is arranged  for three-part choir (soprano/alto/baritone) and piano, providing a straightforward but colourful version of this lovely, popular hymn, particularly for use in a parish setting.

 The first verse is presented simply by a solo voice or small vocal group accompanied by the piano. The same gently flowing style continues in the second verse with the three choral parts joining gradually a cappella. Cued notes in the piano part can be used to support note-learning or less confident singing. In the third verse there is an increase in richness and intensity and an upward shift in key to express the beauty of sunlight, moonlight and starlight. The words of the final verse then express praise of the Saviour as both Son of God and Son of man, and the music becomes even more joyful and exuberant. However, the piece ends quietly and peacefully as its praise stretches to eternity.


Links: pdf - mp3 - midi - mxl - sib - sib 6




Words:

1. Fairest Lord Jesus, ruler of nature,
O thou of God and man the Son,
thee will I cherish, thee will I honour,
my soul's true glory, joy and crown.

2. Fair are the meadows, fairer still the woodlands,
robed in the blooming garb of Spring:
Jesus is fairer, Jesus is purer,
who makes the saddest heart to sing.

3. Fair is the sunshine, fairer still the moon light,
and all the twinkling, starry host:
Jesus shines brighter, Jesus shines purer,
than all the angels heaven can boast.

4. Beautiful Saviour! Lord of the nations!
Son of God and Son of man!
Glory and honour, praise, adoration,
through all eternity be thine!


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