William Billings (1746-1800) was known as a composer and singing teacher throughout early New England. His melodies have a rugged, earthy quality characteristic of the early fuging tunes. The composer has tried to match this flavor in his settings of these melodies. Delightful material for church and concert use.
Includes:
When Jesus Wept
WHEN JESUS WEPT
Let Tyrants Shake Their Iron Rod
CHESTER
Pastorale on Permit Us, Lord
SULLIVAN
From Whence Doth This Union Arise
SAVANNAH
O Let My Name Engraven Stand
THE EPITAPH
Behold with Joy
PARIS
Instruments: Organ