This edition was prepared by Barry Johnston — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Clarimont
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Barry Johnston
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Clarimont by William Billings — Lyrics
1. Arise and hail the sacred day,
Cast all low cares of life away,
And thoughts of meaner things:
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About Clarimont
William Billings' Clarimont offers a vibrant SATB setting of an English Christmas text. The words call for rejoicing on this sacred day, urging listeners to cast away worldly concerns and embrace the spiritual significance of the event. They celebrate the arrival of the "Son of righteousness" and the promise of healing and redemption he brings. Billings, a notable figure in early American music, crafts a powerful anthem that captures the hopeful and celebratory spirit of Christmas. This sacred work is suitable for SATB choirs seeking a piece that combines theological depth with musical fervor, reflecting the joyous anticipation and profound meaning of the Nativity.
