Sing unto God

"Sing unto God" is a magnificent, triumphant chorus originally from George Frideric Handel’s oratorio Judas Maccabaeus. In Nigerian choir lofts, this piece is a favorite for grand celebrations, classical concerts, and major feast days where the liturgy calls for an outpouring of majestic, victorious praise. The text is short but powerful, calling the faithful to raise their highest affections and crown God's conquests with unmeasured praise.

For a choir, learning this piece is an exciting challenge. The score is filled with running melismatic passages that require precise articulation and staggered breathing—a true test of a section's unity and breath control, as noted right on the page. When the sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses finally lock into those bright, rolling harmonies and contrapuntal entries, the result is a massive, joyful sound that lifts the entire congregation. It is a brilliant choice for any choir looking to offer a glorious, classical anthem of thanksgiving.