Composer

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John Soaper

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Psalm

Average_duration

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2:38

"The Lord said unto my Lord" is a choral work composed by John Soaper, an English composer and organist. The piece was composed in 2010 and premiered on May 15, 2011, at St. Paul's Cathedral in London. The work is divided into three movements, each of which is based on a different biblical text. The first movement is based on Psalm 110:1, which reads "The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool." The second movement is based on Psalm 2:1-4, which describes the rebellion of the nations against God and his anointed one. The third movement is based on Psalm 22:1-2, which begins with the famous words "My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?" The first movement is characterized by a sense of grandeur and majesty, with the choir and organ combining to create a powerful and uplifting sound. The second movement is more somber and introspective, with the choir singing in a more subdued and mournful tone. The third movement is the most dramatic of the three, with the choir and organ building to a powerful climax as they sing the words of the psalmist. Overall, "The Lord said unto my Lord" is a powerful and moving choral work that showcases John Soaper's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of biblical texts. Its premiere at St. Paul's Cathedral was a fitting tribute to the majesty and grandeur of the piece, and it has since become a beloved work in the choral repertoire.

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