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Appleton
Staff Notation • Sacred
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Appleton by Timothy Swan — Lyrics
Now to the Lord a noble song!
Awake, my soul; awake my tongue;
Hosanna to th'eternal name,
And all his boundless love proclaim.
See where it shines in Jesus' face,
The brightest image of his grace;
God, in the person of his Son,
Has all his mightiest works outdone.
The spacious earth, and spreading flood,
Proclaim the wise and pow'rful God,
And thy rich glories from afar
Sparkle in ev'ry rolling star.
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About Appleton
Timothy Swan's Appleton is a sacred anthem for treble, soprano, bass, and tenor voices. It is set to an English text of praise and adoration for God and Jesus Christ, likely intended for congregational or choir use during a service of thanksgiving or general praise. The lyrics celebrate the divine attributes and the salvific work of Christ, urging the soul to sing His praises. The composer’s setting for STB voices would have suited a small church choir or a congregational singing group of the period. The text’s emphasis on proclaiming God’s love and glory suggests occasions where a choir would lead the congregation in fervent expression of faith. Its straightforward, uplifting message makes it suitable for various occasions throughout the church year.
