Cantate Domino

Mark Hayes’ "Cantate Domino" is a vibrant, rhythmic anthem that brings the words of Psalm 96 to life. Blending Latin and English, the piece opens with a driving, energetic call to "Sing to the Lord a new song" (Cantate Domino canticum novum). The syncopated rhythms and bright melodies make it an exciting challenge for the choir loft, demanding crisp diction and joyful energy from the very first measure.

As the anthem unfolds, it transitions beautifully into English, inviting the whole earth to "Bless his name" and "his glory proclaim." This shift makes the message immediately accessible to the congregation while maintaining the piece's majestic momentum. It is a fantastic choice for a grand entrance procession, a festive recessional, or a special choral performance, leaving everyone who hears it uplifted and ready to sing out with joy.