Behold the Lamb of God

Behold the Lamb of God, by Kathleen Holyoak, won the first place award in the Church Music Submissions in 2002 and a standing ovation in concert.   Arranged for mixed Chorus (SATB) and organ,  it is a wonderful choice for the opening or closing title for a Christmas worship service or concert. Written in a Classical style for choir but enhanced with dissonance and modern rhythms  in the organ accompaniment, the music builds to an exciting and glorious ending. The first verse, with words written by Lawrence Lee, is as follows:

            Break forth into joy, oh Israel,

            Behold the Lamb of God.

            He comes to earth this joyous day

            to spread His light abroad.

            Angel voices raise their song,

            Join in praise with Heaven’s throng.

            Break forth and sing, “Hosanna,

            Hosanna to our King.”

                        Copyright 2002