My setting of George Gill’s “Beautiful Zion” reflects the exciting and celebratory feelings that happen when one thinks about the millennium or Zion. I also envisioned a nod to those who came before us who sacrificed so much (and went so far) for religious freedom. Overall, the setting would thrive in a light conducting style. The melody is lyrical and free flowing and leaps often giving a sense of exultation. While the first two verses are rather upbeat, the final verse is a climax that peacefully concludes into a restful cadence.
Composed by: Strobel, Robert
Lyrics by: Gill, George Key: Bb, G Voicing: SATB, piano Language: English Duration: Approx. 2:20
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Jesus, Lover of My Soul (SATB – Strobel)
Robert Strobel
SATB, piano
Jesus, Lover of My Soul (SATB – Strobel)
Jesus Lover of My Soul – Robert Strobel, composer
This setting of the lyrics, “Jesus, Lover of My Soul,” reflects the imagery of the simple, tranquil safety of abiding with the Savior. The setting begins blissfully in the key of F major; a syncopated accompaniment with a melody high in the right hand of the piano. The women are alone in the first part of the first verse. After the first verse, the accompaniment calms down, and the more subdued character of the men’s voices enter in Eb in the beginning of the second verse. The last verse ends a cappella with a short ending by the piano.
Composed by: Strobel, Robert
Lyrics by: Wesley, Charles Key: Eb, F Voicing: SATB, piano Language: English Duration: Approx. 2:25
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Nearer, My God, to Thee (SATB – Strobel)
Robert Strobel
SATB, piano
Nearer, My God, to Thee (SATB – Strobel)
Nearer My God to Thee – Robert Strobel, composer/arranger
This arrangement of “Nearer, My God, to Thee” begins with an original setting of the hymn’s words, a cappella, indicating the message of courage and trust in the Savior contained in the first verse. The piano comes in on the last words of this section, and introduces the ideas associated with the next verse. Afterwards, the well-known melody to the hymn is used in the choir in unison, set in a way that reflects the struggles described in the second verse. The third and final verse returns to the setting of the words from the beginning of the work. The final verse discusses the aid of heaven, and the work ends hopefully.
Composed by: Mason, Lowell; Strobel, Robert
Arranged by: Strobel, Robert Lyrics by: Adams, Sarah F. Key: Db Voicing: SATB, piano Language: English Duration: Approx. 3:30
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O Thou In Whose Presence
arr. Robert Strobel
SATB, piano
O Thou In Whose Presence
O Thou In Whose Presence – Robert Strobel, arranger
O Thou in Whose Presence came about as a thought that I’d perhaps arrange a work from Southern Harmony. This hymn was attractive, in that it was very much a proto-typical version of the hymn Redeemer of Israel, which appears in the LDS hymnbook. The melody is less ornamented or slightly different in comparison with the later hymn, and to my liking, the version of this text is also is set in first person. This version I have arranged also has some wonderful and unique sentiments that should be resurrected in song and sung for all to hear. Picking the verses I wanted to use, I attempted to paint the pastoral nature of the text in the second verse, and throughout the work I tried to express the idea of affliction melting away into hope.
