Paperback-Libby Larsen's Eternal Ruler Of The Ceaseless Round for SATB Choir and Organ with optional congregation.Eternal Ruler Of The Ceaseless Round is a joyful and exuberant setting of the well-known hymn by John Chadwick. It begins with a rich Organ introduction before the Choir (and congregation) join in with a unison presentation of the melody.The second section explores the Lydian mode with its rising fourth while the adamantine final verse brings the anthem to a resolute close that reflects the text's profound depiction of unity and human understanding.This piece was commissioned for the American Guild ofOrganists 2014 National Convention in Boston Massachusetts.
