For Two-Part Mixed Voices and Keyboard with C Instrument
Edited and Arranged by James Chepponis
From 1717 to 1718, Handel composed eleven multi-movement, psalm-based anthems, commonly known as the Chandos Anthems (he was resident composer for the First Duke of Chandos during this peiod). is setting of verses from Psalm 96 is drawn from Anthem 4b, "O Sing unto the Lord a New Song" (HWV 249b). Chepponis' thoughtful editing and arranging of this gem-based on original sources, as well as practical considerations- make it accessible to many choirs that may not have the luxury of a large SATB choir.