Memorial Acclamations

When the bread and wine have been consecrated and the priest sings, "Let us proclaim the mystery of faith," the choir and congregation are called to answer with a profound declaration of belief. This collection of Memorial Acclamations, arranged by Ike Eseka, gives choirs a complete, beautifully harmonised set of responses for this pivotal moment in the Mass.

The score provides the priest's intonation alongside the four-part SATB choral responses, making it easy to rehearse the seamless handoff between the altar and the choir loft. It covers the three standard English acclamations: "We Proclaim Your Death, O Lord," "When We Eat This Bread," and two distinct melodic settings for "Save us, Saviour of the World."

Eseka’s arrangements are dignified and grounded, keeping the focus entirely on the sacred text. The voice parts move naturally, allowing the choir to lead the congregation confidently without overwhelming the solemnity of the Eucharistic Prayer. Having all these options in one place makes this an incredibly useful resource for any parish repertoire.