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The “adagio” has emerged over the centuries as a musical genre characterized by slow tempo, serene lyricism, and soaring melody. This collection includes 8 hymn-based compositions plus 2 free-style works which evoke feelings of tranquility and quiet assurance. These pieces are particularly designed for funeral and memorial services, but may be equally useful as preludes and offertories. Titles include:
Abide With Me
A Tallis Reverie
Be Still My Soul
Blessed Assurance
Cantus Atheneum
If You But Trust in God to Guide You
Rock of Ages
Supplication
The King of Love My Shepherd Is
There Is a Balm in Gilead
Tunes include:
EVENTIDE
TALLIS' CANON
FINLANDIA
ASSURANCE
WENN NUR DEN LIEBEN GOTT
TOPLADY
ST. COLUMBIA
BALM IN GILEAD