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Ecstasy
Staff Notation • Sacred
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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.
STB · Barry Johnston
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Ecstasy by Abijah Forbush — Lyrics
1. O my soul, what means this sadness?
Wherefore art thou thus cast down?
Let thy griefs be turned to gladness,
Bid thy restless fears begone:
Look to Jesus,
And rejoice in his dear name.
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About Ecstasy
This sacred anthem for treble, bass, and tenor voices explores the transformation of spiritual sorrow into joy. The text directly addresses the soul, urging it to overcome sadness and fear by focusing on Jesus. It acknowledges the struggle against temptation and sin, offering solace and strength through faith. The composer Abijah Forbush sets this uplifting English text with music that aims to convey a message of hope and redemption. The STB voicing provides a rich texture for exploring the emotional arc of the lyrics, from lament to ecstatic praise, drawing power from the 'Lamb's redeeming blood' to achieve ultimate victory.
