THE GLORIA / GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHEST.

When the choir strikes up the Gloria, it sets the spiritual temperature for the rest of the Mass. Enoch Clement’s setting of "Glory to God in the Highest" does exactly this, offering a bright and rhythmic proclamation of the angels' song. Written entirely in English, the arrangement gives choirs a lively way to lead the congregation through the introductory rites, turning the familiar words of praise into an uplifting choral experience.

The score breaks the long liturgical text into a recurring chorus and four distinct verses. This structure allows the singers to navigate the changing moods of the prayer naturally. The opening verses ring out with joyful adoration—"We praise you, We bless you"—before shifting to the more pleading, reverent tones of "You take away the sins of the world." By the time the choir reaches the final verse, the music swells again to declare Christ's glory with the Holy Spirit.

As an added resource for the liturgy, the composer includes a short, joyful Gospel Acclamation at the end of the manuscript. Having both the Gloria and the Alleluia arranged in the same spirited style helps unify the music of the Mass, making this sheet a highly practical choice for Sunday worship and feast days.