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Awake Up, My Glory
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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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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Awake Up, My Glory by Joseph Barnby — Lyrics
Awake up, my glory; awake, lute and harp:
I myself will awake right early.
This is the day which the Lord hath made;
we will rejoice and be glad in it.
For now is Christ risen from the dead,
the firstfruits of them that slept.
Christ risen from the dead, thanks be to God
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About Awake Up, My Glory
This stirring SATB anthem is ideal for Eastertide. The text, in English, draws on the triumphant accounts of Christ's resurrection. It begins with a call to awake, personifying the singer's inner spirit and musical instruments, setting a mood of eager anticipation for the day of resurrection. The composer Joseph Barnby masterfully sets the exultant words, building to a powerful affirmation of victory over death. The music reflects the joy and gratitude of the text, moving from personal awakening to a universal declaration of praise for the risen Lord, the Father, and the Holy Ghost, making it a fitting choice for Easter celebrations and services of thanksgiving.
