Abana

Arabic Lord's Prayer

Laila Constantine

Text Author: Laila Constantine, Anne Emile Zaki, Emily R. Brink, Greg Scheer

Arranger: Greg Scheer

Tune and Arabic Words © 2002 Council of Pastoral Work and Evangelism, admin. Faith Alive Christian Resources. English Words © 2008, 2012 Faith Alive Christian Resources. Arr. © 2015 GIA.

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Vocal Forces: SATB

Accompaniment: Keyboard

Text Source: Arabic words by Laila Constantine; English words by Anne Emile Zaki, Emily R. Brink and Greg Scheer; Arabic Songs of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Egypt

Music Source: Tune Songs of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Egypt

Series: Calvin Inst

Difficulty Level: E

Description:

Greg Scheer’s arrangement of “Abana,” the Arabic Lord’s Prayer, captures the powerful essence of the Lord’s Prayer through its vigorous and intense melody. Suitable for concert settings or worship services, this piece heightens the impact of one of the most cherished passages in the Bible as sung prayer. The inclusive nature of text in both English and Arabic help to cross the borders of difference in culture and faith.

Categories: Choral/Vocal

Liturgical: OT 17 C

Rites: Our Father / Lord’s Prayer

Topical: Penance / Reconciliation, Petition

Bible Reference: Matthew 6:9–13, Luke 11:2–4

Number of Pages: 8

Language: Arabic; English

Format: Octavo

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