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Blessed is the nation
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Blessed is the nation by John Stainer — Lyrics
Psalmus David. Exsultate, justi, in Domino; rectos decet collaudatio.
Confitemini Domino in cithara; in psalterio decem chordarum psallite illi.
Cantate ei canticum novum; bene psallite ei in vociferatione.
Quia rectum est verbum Domini, et omnia opera ejus in fide.
Diligit misericordiam et judicium; misericordia Domini plena est terra.
Verbo Domini caeli firmati sunt, et spiritu oris ejus omnis virtus eorum.
Congregans sicut in utre aquas maris;
ponens in thesauris abyssos.
Timeat Dominum omnis terra; ab eo autem commoveantur omnes inhabitantes orbem.
Quoniam ipse dixit, et facta sunt; ipse mandavit et creata sunt.
Dominus dissipat consilia gentium;
reprobat autem cogitationes populorum, et reprobat consilia principum.
Consilium autem Domini in aeternum manet; cogitationes cordis ejus in generatione et generationem.
Beata gens cujus est Dominus Deus ejus; populus quem
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About Blessed is the nation
John Stainer’s anthems often explore a rich choral soundworld, and Blessed is the nation is no exception. The composer’s command of SATB writing is evident in the interplay of the voices, which build to powerful climaxes. The text, drawn from Psalm 33, speaks of God’s mighty works and the praise due to Him. Its Latin setting is interspersed with English translations, offering a dual linguistic experience that adds depth to the musical setting. This sacred work provides ample opportunity for the choir to explore dynamic contrast and textual declamation, making it a compelling choice for a significant liturgical occasion or concert.
