Voicing: SATB, with Opt. Soprano or Alto Solo and Opt. Keyboard
By Mark Sedio
This setting of the Finnish tune SUOJELUSENKELI (GUARDIAN ANGEL), by Pekka Juhani Hannikainen, reflects the melody's simple folksong-like nature. The tune name means"Guardian Angel." Paired with William Featherstone's lovely text, it is a wonderful anthem for Lent of General Use.