Augsburg Fortress

This moving anthem is a virtual call to worship, inviting every living thing to join in an unending song of praise to God. "From the rising of the sun, till the going down of the same" is an example of text painting set to lush harmonic strains that build to an emotional swell. Also poignant is the ethereal middle section, where Alleluias echo endlessly toward the heavens. A lilting waltz-like accompaniment provides contrast and support to the smooth vocal lines in this beautiful hymn. Appropriate for the Easter season or as a general anthem, this piece will move and inspire all to sing praises to the Lord!