A Joyful Sound
SA (or 2-part) choir, piano
SSA choir, piano
SAB choir, piano
SATB choir, piano
TB choir, piano
TTB choir, piano
TBB choir, piano
Choral Art Song
This song was commissioned for a concert set centered around forgiveness. When we learn to release the challenging emotions over wrongdoings and forgive those who have offended us, our hearts have a weight lifted from them. It’s not an easy thing to do but pays dividends in the long run. Our hearts can then sing with a joyful sound.
Forgiveness! ’tis a joyful sound
To malefactors doomed to die;
Unclouded shall its glories shine,
And feel no change by changing time.
The seas of sovereign grace expand,
The seas of sovereign grace arise.
Where much transgression is forgiven,
May love in equal ardour glow.
- Thomas Gibbons (1720–1785) from “Divine Forgiveness”
Minimum of 10 scores
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Digital score only (PDF)
No physical copies will be mailed.
All orders must include a score for every person including choristers, accompanist/collaborative pianist, and conductor. Upon receipt of payment, a score will be emailed within 3-5 business days. All choral orders must be for a minimum of 10 scores. All solo-vocal orders are for 2 scores (vocalist and accompanist/ collaborative pianist).