Found this at Ann Althouse’s. Thought I’d preserve it on my site. My introduction to Eroica came in Rio de Janeiro, when James Thatcher–then a missionary with me, now a studio musician in LA–helped me pick out some good classical music to listen to. Eroica was his first selection for me.
Update: For those unfamiliar with Eroica, here’s the entire first movement, first two chords and all.
Update #2: By the way, I could put all I know about classical music in a small thimble, and there would still be enough room for a big couch.
I searched for, but couldn’t find, the Mormon Tabernacle’s version of this American folk hymn. But I did find it sung by the Eastview High School Concert Choir. It appears to be the same Mack Wilberg arrangement. The choir does a great job. The talent high school students have these days amazes me.
HOW BRIGHT IS THE DAY
How bright is the day when all people
receive the sweet message to come
to rise to the mansions of glory
and be there forever at home
And be there forever at home
and be there forever at home,
to rise to the mansions of glory
and be there forever at home
And be there forever at home
and be there forever at home
to rise to the mansions of glory
and be there forever at home
The angels stand ready and waiting
the moment the Spirit is come
to carry it upward to heaven
and welcome it safely at home
And be there forever at home
and be there forever at home
to rise to the mansions of glory
and be there forever at home
And be there forever at home
and be there forever at home
to rise to the mansions of glory
and be there forever at home
The Saints that have gone on before us
all raise a great shout as we come
and sing allelujah and glory
to welcome the travelers home
And be there forever at home
and be there forever at home
to rise to the mansions of glory
and be there forever at home
And be there forever at home
and be there forever at home
to rise to the mansions of glory
and be there forever at home
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