Remain in My Love

Using a motivic stepwise rocking figure throughout the accompaniment, this song has a gentle pastoral tone. The text, unfolding over five verses, is most appropriately used during Communion on Holy Thursday (or other occasions where themes of love and discipleship receive particular emphasis). While the verses are for the cantor only, the simple, tuneful refrain will encourage assembly participation. The piece is scored for SATB choir, keyboard, and cello.