By the time I get to Advent I generally have a look at the OCP additions. The idea that OCP would tell a church what songs are allowed, continues to boggle my mind, but we should at least be confidant that any songs promoted by them should be at least usable. The question is, unless the songs were selected for us by OCP would anyone use them in preference to their current repertoire. So let’s have a look.
This is a song for Eucharist by Cyprian Consiglio OSB. It is based on Gospel readings and sung in the voice of Christ if that is still OK. The minor key suits the sentiment and the tune is most singable so this one is a worthy selection for sure.
The sheet music is available to purchase at OCP.
I made my usual Band in a Box backing to assist with learning the piece.
The text is in their preview.