Mansions in the Skies

Contents:
Elegy on “Wayfaring Stranger” (I Am a Poor Wayfaring Stranger) -
Fantasia on “Foundation” (How Firm a Foundation) -
Jubilation on “Pisgah” (When I Can Read My Title Clear) -
Meditation on “Holy Manna” (Brethren, We Have Met to Worship) -
Offertory on “Jefferson” (Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus) -
Postlude on “Land of Rest” (I Come with Joy to Meet My Lord) -
Reflection on “Restoration” (Come, You Sinners, Poor and Needy) -
Toccata on “Wondrous Love” (What Wondrous Love Is This) -
Voluntary on “Nettleton” (Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing) -

These nine organ pieces draw on tunes from the American shape-note tradition, including melodies found in iconic tune books such as The Sacred Harp and Southern Harmony. In his settings, Christopher J. Hoh explores the sturdy, robust character of these originals.