CGA1174 When Morning Gilds the Skies
Description
This glorious arrangement of the beloved hymn, is an ideal anthem for any choir of unison voices and congregation. Trilled notes, played by flute or organ, open the piece symbolizing a bird's morning song of praise before the unison choir introduces Joseph Barnby's graceful hymn tune, LAUDES DOMINI. On the anthem's final stanza, congregation joins the choir to enthusiastically proclaim, "Be this the eternal song through all the ages long, May Jesus Christ be praised!"
Voicing: Unison with organ, congregation, and optional flute
Arranger: David Schwoebel
Additional Resources:
CGAC1174 When Morning Gilds the Skies (Accompaniment Track)
CGAC1174e When Morning Gilds the Skies (Digital Download Accompaniment Track)
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