First things first; if you have never heard this Christopher Walker song go here and have a listen. I invite comments from anyone who has heard this six part round in action, it must be wild. The Palm Sunday version has 8 parts! After the round there is a six part harmony alleluia. The stated speed of 132 is just too much – try ~120.
My backing is just church organ and I stop after the sixth part because there is no way I can do a six part round on BIAB. If you are game learn each section and give it a go.
I
No more weeping, joy has come into the world, he is risen.
II
Do not fear, Jesus has conquered, he is risen from the dead.
III
Jesus, lives, the Lord of Lords fills the world with his glory,
He is risen from the dead, in joyfulness we greet the risen Lord, [singing]
IV
The Lord is calling his disciples to send us out into the world,
For we love him, we believe him, and we’ll follow him, ’til we rise with him. [The]
V
Sing him praise all of our days, blessings on him forever.
Sing him praise all of our days
for his name is Wonder Counsellor so
VI
Glory in the highest heav’ns!
Coda
Alleluia!
© Christopher Walker 1983,1984.
Hi Geoff,
This one has popped up and while I have a tune of sorts from Gather Australia, I’m struggling to find a clip or Youtube so pass onto the choir. (and for me to learn)
I, of course, have greater pain in trying to then get guitar chords (my tool of choice).
And time is not on our side.
And thank you for this site, I subscribe and get inspiration from it regularly.
Cheers,
Michael
I love this Easter anthem. Thank you.
Hello,
I have heard this hymn at mass years ago..and I would love to know what it’s called and where I can download it or buy a copy of it as I would live to hear a full choir sing the 8 parts. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Rose Watson.
G’Day Rosemary
The sheet music can be purchased at Willow:
https://willowpublishing.com.au/product/palm-paschal-procession/
cheers
Geoff