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Easter Hymn
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Easter Hymn by Ralph Vaughan Williams — Lyrics
1 Christ is now risen again
From his death and all his pain:
Therefore will we merry be,
And rejoice with him gladly. Alleluia.
Refrain:
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.
2 Had he not risen again,
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About Easter Hymn
Ralph Vaughan Williams' Easter Hymn is a celebratory anthem for SATB choir, setting an English text that rejoices in Christ's resurrection. The text emphasizes the joy and necessity of the resurrection, declaring that without it, humanity would be lost. The composer's setting, with its recurring Alleluia refrain, captures the jubilant spirit of Easter, urging singers and listeners alike to embrace the gladness of the season and express their love and devotion to God. It is a powerful expression of faith, suitable for Easter services and other occasions celebrating Christ's victory over death.
