Five Psalms

Each psalm is set distinctly to capture the essence of the prayer in a modern style that is direct and engaging for singers and listeners alike.  Accompaniment options include piano or organ; organ, brass, and optional percussion; or orchestra. Duration is approximately 18 minutes.

  1. Sing a New Song (Psalm 96)
  2. Create in Me a Clean Heart (Psalm 51)
  3. I Will Lift My Eyes (Psalm 121)
  4. The Lord Is My Shepherd (Psalm 23)
  5. The Lord Is My Light (Psalm 27)

Key Features:

  • Language: English
  • Forces: SATB Choir
  • Length: Approx. Duration: 19-20 minutes
  • Number of Movements: 5
  • Performance Options:
    • Piano/Organ only
    • Organ + Brass, and Percussion (5-7 players + Org.)
      • Organ
      • Brass Quintet (2 – C Trumpets, French Horn, Trombone, Tuba)
      • Opt. Timpani
      • Opt. 1 Percussion (Glock, Sus. Cym., Crash Cym.)
    • Chamber Orchestra (14-26 players)
      •  Flute
      •  Oboe
      • French Horn
      • 2 – C Trumpets
      • Trombone
      • Tuba
      • Timpani
      • Percussion (Glock, Sus. Cym., Crash Cym.)
      • Harp
      • Strings 5.5.3.3.1 (quartet may be used for smaller number of singers.
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