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SEEK FOR THE KINGDOM
Anthem for SATB Choir and Organ (or Piano)

LEVEL: MEDIUM EASY
Music by Christopher M. Lee (2008)
Text by Thomas H. Troeger
Themes/imagery in text: faith and action, God's presence in the world, Sermon on the Mount
Scriptural Reference: Matthew 6:25-33
[Also available with alternate text, "Ho! Every Thirsting One, Draw Nigh" (Charles Wesley)]

Description:
This powerful text by master hymnist Thomas H. Troeger is paired with dramatic music that soars and stomps with the vigor of a rustic dance.

Notes:
Music was commissioned by Bethesda Lutheran Church (New Haven, CT) to celebrate the music ministry of William C. Speed.
Hear music**:
Click to see score excerpt (from version with alternate text):
** Live performance by the choir of Bethesda Lutheran Church, New Haven, CT; Margaret Astrup, Interim Music Director.

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