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Euroclydon
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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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 · Aaron Giles
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Euroclydon by William Billings — Lyrics
BillingsEuroclydon
They that go down to the sea in ships
and occupy their bus'ness in great waters:
these men see God’s wonders, His wonders,
His great and mighty wonders in the deep.
For He commanded the stormy winds to blow
and He lifted up the waves thereof.
They are mounted up as it were, into Heav’n,
And then down, down, down,
into the deep; and their souls melt away with trouble.
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About Euroclydon
Written by William Billings, a prominent figure in early American music, Euroclydon is a powerful SATB anthem for mixed choir. The text, drawn from Psalm 107, vividly depicts the experience of sailors caught in a violent storm and their subsequent deliverance. Billings' music captures the drama of the text, from the terrifying swells and the sailors' despair to their cries for help and the ultimate calm. The piece moves from tempestuous to serene, reflecting the psalm's message of divine power over the sea and the profound relief of reaching safety. It is an effective choice for a choir looking to explore American sacred music with strong narrative and emotional content.
