Lucy Walker, a young composer who has previously written music for the Choir of York MinsterYork Minster Popular name for the cathedral and metropolitan church of St Peter in York. Seat of the Archbishop of York, the cathedral was established in 627 by St Paulinus as a baptistery for King Edwin. The present building contains elements of the Norman cathedral of Archbishop Thomas of Bayeux, but dates largely from the 13th-15th centuries., was commissioned by FaithFaith 1. Belief and trust in someone or something. 2. Acceptance of particular religious teachings. in the North to create a new choral music piece inspired by The Lord’s Prayer. Specifically written for cathedralCathedral (Latin cathedra' throne') Church which contains the throne of the bishop and hence the mother church of the diocese services and for choirs, the composition features two arrangements: one for choir and organ, and a simplified version for choir and piano. This versatility makes it accessible for a wide range of worshipWorship 1. Doing homage and giving honour and respect to God. The Bible includes a wide range of physical expression in worship, including bowing down, lifting hands, dancing, processions and singing. The main day on which Christians gather for communal worship is Sunday (the day when Christ is believed to have risen from the dead). 2. Christian liturgy including sung material and prayers of thanksgiving and praise. settings.
“This project allowed me to reflect deeply on the profound meaning of The Lord’s Prayer. It is a constant and familiar part of worship for so many, and it was rewarding to consider how a musical setting could amplify the many-faceted message of the prayer. I hope it resonates with singers and worshippers alike and offers a moving experience for all who hear it.”
Lucy Walker
You can download the musical score here
Music Score for SATB Choirs with organ accompaniment
Music score for choirs and individuals with piano accompaniment
A Prayer for Faith in the North
Being a PilgrimPilgrim 1. In the New Testament and Christian thought, someone engaged in the Christian journey through life towards heaven. 2. Someone who journeys to holy places (such as biblical sites or shrines of the saints) to seek God's help, to give thanks, or as an act of penance
At the heart of being a pilgrim is our journey through life, in which we can experience God’s guidance and care each day.
The Lord’s Prayer Journey
The first in a series of resource boxsets created by Faith in the North to support schools across the Northern Province.