The Lord Is My Light

This contemplative setting based on Psalm 27 can be used in many liturgical contexts. It uses a slow-moving ostinato refrain_x0014_ scored for SATB choir to support assembly participation_x0014_ to establish a repetitive basis for the cantors who sing the three verses. A keyboard part (with guitar chords) and cello part are provided as an accompaniment. The composer also suggests that a solo instrument (such as an oboe) may play and embellish the vocal melody as an introduction and occasionally throughout the song for variety and color.