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Hosanna!
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Hosanna! by Jules Granier — Lyrics
translator unknown
A man is dead, but he will live once more,
He will arise, Christian man, be sure.
Weep not for him! Lift up your eyes!
Bright seraphim Throng the wide azure skies!
Hark the angels singing
Oh the air joyful tones out flinging,
Loud hosannas freely ring
To the glorious conq'ring King.
Christ our Lord, in Thy love for us,
Thou didst come from heav'n to earth,
suffer and die and rise again,
Hosanna to Thy name.
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About Hosanna!
The SA voices open with a joyous affirmation, immediately setting a tone of exultation. The music unfolds with a bright and affirmative character, reflecting the triumphant message of the text. The composer captures the hope and assurance of resurrection, contrasting the darkness of death with the glorious light of Christ's return. The flowing melodic lines and clear harmonic progressions support the words of praise, urging the listener to weep not but to lift their eyes to the heavenly hosts singing hosannas. The anthem builds towards a powerful conclusion, celebrating the victory of Christ over death and His eternal name.
