Lobe Den Herren is a famous tune sung among many Christian churches. Although the composer of the tune is anonymous, it is well-known enough to be published in 213 hymnals.
In the Seventh-day Adventist Hymnal, it is the first hymn that greets you. Speaking of firsts, this was also one of the first hymns I learned in the organ and one of the hymns I first introduce to organ students. The footwork is a good practice for alternating feet, as well as a good exercise for the toe-heel action.
For the past few days, I’ve been waking up with this tune in my head. And it’s actually a very beautiful tune that perfectly matches Joachim Neander’s hymn about extolling praises to God. So I tried googling around to see any arrangements that fits the grandiose, majestic, and yet devoted nature of God when it comes to relating with us.
And here’s what I found!
Arrangements that are PERFECT for use in church worship service as an anthem, processional, prelude, or even offertory.
You don’t read music or play an instrument? Then check out my LOBE DEN HERREN playlist to listen to these arrangements whenever you feel like praising God in your personal closet or even having a hard day, and you want to detox yourself from all that stress.
Strings
1. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Kristin Campbell and Ruth Coleman)
From the Album: Praise…With Stringed Instruments (Hymn Settings for Solo Vi0lin and Piano)
Written by a talented mother-daughter team, this arrangement is not only ideally suited for worship but superbly crafted and idiomatically written for solo violinists.
Piano
2. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Joel Raney)
From the Album: This Is My Story, This Is My Song
Raney’s style in this particular arrangement is rooted in “americana” style and content. It is moderately difficult but fun and fulfilling to play for those who wants more challenge.
3. Praise to the Lord the Almighty from Hymns we Love (Larry Shackley)
From the Album: Hymns We Love
You will surely love this lush and mellow piano arrangement by Larry Shackley. It is moderately easy, which won’t require a lot of time practicing, but not sacrificing quality.
4. Selection from Shared Spirit (Howard Helvey)
Description: Five piano duets including: Aria (Bist Du Bei Mir); Aria Cantabile (Based on a melody by Samuel Wesley); Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing; Fantasy on Holy Manna (Brethren, We Have Met to Worship); Praise to the Lord, the Almighty.
Organ
5. Partita on Lobe Den Herren (Charles E. Callahan Jr.)
This Partita based on LOBE DEN HERREN beings with a stately introduction followed by a Duo entitled Carillon. The third movement is an Ornamented Chorale followed by a Trio then a Meditation, ending in a brilliant Fanfare.
6. Fantasy on Lobe den Herren (Aaron David Miller)
This tour-de-force setting of Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (LOBE DEN HERREN) can be shortened to a piece 2-3 minutes in length by following the composer’s suggestions. Changing meters and animated rhythms in the opening section lead to a middle section marked “Lilting.” The rhythmic emphasis returns in the final section in alternating 6/8 – 3/4 meter and an exciting finish. Suitable for recital, festival, or an extended postlude.
7. Praise to the Lord: Accessible Hymn Settings for Organ (Joyce Jones)
Written to be accessible for the busy church organist, these are useful as preludes, offertories, interludes, or introductions to the singing of the hymns.
8. Ten Chorale Improvisations, Set 2 for Organ (Paul Manz)
Handbells
9. Medley of St. Denio and Lobe Den Herren from Peals of Praise (Dan Edwards)
Level 2+ – An animated triple-meter swing propels this invigorating union of “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” and “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty.” Shakes, LVs, Echo Rings, and stopped techniques are included in the scoring.
10. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
From the Album: Songs for Rejoicing — Six Reproducible Medleys for Handbells
Hymns, with their reassuring and uplifting tunes, are the lifeblood of worship, universally uniting Christians in prayer, praise, and service. In this collection, eighteen of these popular tunes are presented in six creatively arranged medleys for use throughout the church year. Each work is based upon a theme, focusing on common elements of the texts associated with the tunes. These highly creative vehicles for worship are sure to bless handbell musicians and congregations alike.
Winds, Brass
11. Praise to the Lord (Brant Adams)
From the Album: Oboe Solos for Worship
The arrangement starts out with the tune Lobe den Herren and then changes mood and style to another hymn tune, Hyfrydol. Personally, I would not recommend it for worship, but it can be a nice addition to recital repertoire.
12. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Lloyd Larson)
From the album: Majestic Praise — Brass Solos for Worship (for trumpet, horn, trombone or baritone t.c.)
This comprehensive collection is designed as a versatile resource for the brass soloist. Replete with familiar and beloved hymn melodies, it is a worthy addition for instrumentalists seeking repertoire for worship or concert settings. The included CD provides piano accompaniment for each of the titles and may be used for rehearsal or performance purposes. Idiomatically written solo parts are also included as data files on the CD, providing maximum flexibility at a reasonable price.
13. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Dwight Gustafson)
A six-part arrangement for the standard brass sextet instrumentation of two trumpets, horn, two trombones, and tuba. A six-part arrangement for the standard brass sextet instrumentation of two trumpets, horn, two trombones, and tuba. Includes the full score and parts as follows: Parts 1 & 2 for B-flat Trumpet; Part 3 for Horn in F; Parts 4 & 5 for Trombone; Part 6 for Tuba. Alternate parts included are: Part 3 for B-flat Trumpet and Trombone; Part 4 for Horn in F; Part 5 for Treble Clef Euphonium.
14. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Tim Fisher)
An arrangement for full brass choir and percussion. A great setting of this celebration of praise. Moderately advanced level of difficulty. Includes the full score and parts as follows: B-flat Trumpet 1-3; Horn 1-4; Trombone 1-3; Tuba; Percussion (Timpani, Suspended Cymbal)
Congregation and Choir
15. Praise to the Lord the Almighty (Michael Burkhardt)
A rousing and stirring setting of Lobe den Herren for festival services as well as Harvest/Thanksgiving observances. A festive hymn setting for brass, timpani, opt. strings and organ. May be performed without brass, timpani, and strings. Virtuosic brass writing combines with descanting voices, full organ, and unison singing for the final stanza. Reproducible SATB harmonization page, descant page and instrumental parts for Trumpets I and II in B-flat, Trombones I and II, Horn in F/ Trombone II, Tuba, Timpani, Violins I and II, Viola, and Cello are included.
16. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Robert Hobby)
(Instrumental Parts)
(Choral Score)
This piece begins with trumpets and trombones heralding the familiar LOBE DEN HERREN tune. Hobby then features various mixtures of instruments and voices to layer the mood for each of the four stanzas. Finally, organ, timpani, brass, congregation, and choir merge to create a climactic work ending with triumphant fanfares. Appropriate for any time of year. Reproducible page for congregation included in the choral score.
17. Praise to the Almighty! (Craig Courtney)
Majestic and regal, this is a powerful ascription of praise to God! Anchored by the familiar hymn, Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the optional congregation and brass parts make this ideal for any festive worship setting.
18. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty — Concertato on LOBE DEN HERREN (Carlton R. Young)
SATB choir, congregation, organ accompaniment – Easy
Conforming to the standard hymn concertato format–an assembly hymn with one or more stanzas allocated to a unique choral treatment, and a fresh approach to the accompaniment–this work is published as a voice-only octavo with the extended introduction and somewhat more complex accompaniment for organ and trumpet included in the full score.
19. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Mack Wilberg)
Description: For SATB and organ with optional brass and percussion or orchestra. A festal setting of this familiar tune, imposing and exciting but not difficult, with a few thrillingly unexpected harmonies and modulations. Score and parts for brass and percussion are available on hire from the publisher.
20. All Ye Who Hear — A Hymn Concertato on “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” (Mary McDonald)
All Ye Who Hear is a glorious rendition of Praise to the Lord, the Almighty in the form of a hymn concertato for choir, organ, piano, and optional brass and handbells. Mary McDonald has created this arrangement to include congregational singing in order to incorporate all members of your church in this exciting celebration of traditional hymnody. (A full-size Organ/Piano score is available as a free download from the publisher’s website.).
21. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (John Rutter)
Mixed Voices. The Cambridge Singers Hymn Series. Vocal score. 8 pages. Duration 4′.
Vocal
22. Praise to the Lord the Almighty (Brenda Portman)
A fresh, innovative, and jubilant setting of a well-known and loved hymn. A great fit for worship services or recitals. For Solo Voice and Piano. Vocal range D to G for high voice and A to D for low voice. Recording is in the original key of A-flat.Composer website: http://brendaportman.com.
Audio
23. Selection from Journey…A Praise Offering (David Carnes)
Downloadable Free Sheet Music
24. Praise to the Lord (James Koerts) — piano
25. Praise to the Lord Cantata (Sally Deford) — SATB with piano, organ and flute
“Praise to the Lord” is an hour-long cantata celebrating our Savior, Jesus Christ. This program is voiced for SSAATTBB, soloists and piano, with optional scores included for organ, flute, oboe (or other treble C-instrument), and cello. If you want to skip the rest of the songs, the LOBE DEN HERREN tune is right at the finale and can be sung separately.
25. Praise to the Lord the Almighty (Wayne Hooper) — Male quartet
26. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Linda Hartman) — SATB and piano
No doubt there’s a lot of other arrangments of this tune out there. But for now, these are the ones I find accessible and beautiful. Did you like these arrangements? Which one is your favorite? Do you have a version that I did not include? Please write your comments on the comments section below!
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