Listen To The Lambs was written in 1914 drawing its text from an older spiritual song I Want To Go To Heaven When I Die. It is arranged for eight-part mixed chorus and is known for the way it cleverly mixes passages of partial and full choir and thick and thin textures to create a poignant and moving work. Robert Nathaniel Dett (1882-1943) was an African-American Canadian composer and singer…
From the usic Of Black Americans Series'This is a strong expressive piece for worship or concert setting. Contains the Ave Maria in Latin and another prayer in English (not a translation).
A religious characteristic in the form of an anthem for four-part chorus of mixed voices with soprano solo. With Piano accompaniment for rehearsal purposes.
