Evening Hymn

Henry Ley’s Evening Hymn is a devotional anthem for a large choir, combining SAATTBB voices. Sung in English, its sacred text offers words of reassurance and protection, drawing on the imagery of peaceful sleep under divine care. The composer’s setting, with its assurance that the guardian never slumbers, is particularly suited to the end of a service or as a quiet moment of reflection during the evening. The substantial voicing allows for rich harmonic textures and a broad dynamic range, making it an effective choice for choirs looking to explore the expressive potential of a full choral sound in a devotional context.