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Awake, thou that sleepest
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Awake, thou that sleepest by Frederick Charles Maker — Lyrics
Awake, thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead,
and Christ shall give thee light.
For now is Christ risen from the dead,
and become the first fruits of them that sleep:
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About Awake, thou that sleepest
This SATB anthem by Frederick Charles Maker is a powerful setting of an English text drawn from the scriptures. Its message is one of spiritual awakening and resurrection, making it particularly suitable for Eastertide or other occasions focusing on new life in Christ. The composer effectively conveys the urgency of the opening "Awake, thou that sleepest" and the triumphant declaration that "Christ shall give thee light." The music builds from this foundational call to arms towards the affirming conclusion, "Alive unto God, thro' Jesus Christ our Lord." This is a compelling anthem for church choirs seeking to communicate a message of hope and redemption.
