American folk hymn; guitar chords and oboe obbligato part provided in the choral

There is something about early American folk hymns that immediately stir the soul. They move us to pray or to dance, to clap or to weep. “O Thou in Whose Presence” is no exception. A profoundly moving text, written in 1791 by Joseph Swain, describes the tenderness of God, the shepherd, and the awesome power and might of God the Creator. “He speaks and eternity filled with His voice re-echoes the praise of the Lord.” Incredible chordal harmonies are accompanied by a single, plaintive oboe, giving wonderful color to this powerful piece. Whether you choose Moyer's SATB or TTBB arrangement, it will create a moment of absolute, heart-stopping beauty in your service.

Publisher: Shawnee Press
Series: Mark Foster
Voicing: TTBB
Pages: 12
Format: TTBB
Credits: arr. Harold J. Moyer
Composer(s): Joseph Swain
Arranger(s): Harold J. Moyer