Spirit Divine, Attend Our Prayers

This musical setting in the pentatonic mode has a captivating melody, first set above a simple figurative piano part, which turns into long sweeping motions later in the piece. The musical shape rises and falls to a very effective quiet ending. The voice parts are not difficult, supported by a flute or treble C-instrument part included in the octavo. This Pentecost anthem for SATB and SAB voices and piano, with optional congregational refrain, is a lovely musical offering, and with the alternate texts, it's a smart purchase. Alternate texts for general use include Talk With Us, Lord and Jesus, the Name High Over All.