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(no biographical information available about John Stainer.) Go to person page >| Title: | MATINS (Stainer) |
| Composer: | John Stainer (1872) |
| Meter: | 8.4.7.8.4.7 |
| Incipit: | 11354 61533 2711 |
| Key: | C Major |
| Copyright: | Public Domain |
Now, when the dusky shades of night, retreating
Before the sun's red banner, swiftly flee;
Now, when the terrors of the dark are fleeting,
O Lord, we lift our thankful hearts to thee.
My Starred Hymns