The Strife Is Oer (Alleluia)

Description A jubilant and accessible SATB setting of the beloved Easter hymn “The Strife Is O’er” (Finita jam sunt proelia), featuring Francis Pott’s classic English translation and a vibrant organ accompaniment. This arrangement balances rhythmic vitality with clear voice leading, making it well suited for parish and community choirs seeking a festive yet approachable anthem for Eastertide. Joyful Alleluia refrains frame each stanza, with strong harmonic support from the organ and moments of unison writing that reinforce confidence and clarity for the choir. The setting culminates in a triumphant final section that celebrates the Resurrection with energy and conviction. Ideal for Easter Day, Eastertide, or festival services, this anthem works equally well as an offertory or special anthem and can be prepared efficiently within limited rehearsal time. Scoring: SATB choir and organ Difficulty: Medium-easy to medium Season: Easter / Eastertide Text: Latin (anonymous), English translation by Francis Pott (1832–1909) Length: 3:45