This edition was prepared by Barry Johnston — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Duxborough
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Duxborough by William Billings — Lyrics
Come now, my soul, my heart and tongue,
Come join my muse, my voice, my song,
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About Duxborough
William Billings was a pioneering figure in early American sacred music, a composer whose work embodied the spirit of the burgeoning nation. Duxborough is a vigorous setting of an English text in SATB voicing, characteristic of the hymn tradition. The lyrics invite the soul and voice to join in a heartfelt song of praise to the divine power governing the cosmos. Billings's music often displays a directness and fervent energy, reflecting the devotional passion of the period. This piece offers choir directors an opportunity to explore a significant work from the American singing school tradition, bringing a unique historical voice to their programming.
