Behold, God is my Salvation
by Allanson Brown

Not especially well-known, but a rousing and well-constructed piece in minor, with a demanding piano part and a climactic ending. Showcases the Bösendorfer’s bass, requires a voice with power in the upper range. Heard in the hall, it’s quite thrilling. It makes a strong statement of faith.

Text: Isa. 12: 2,4,5,6

Behold, God is my salvation;

I will trust and not be afraid: for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.

And in that day shall ye say, Praise the Lord, call upon his name, declare his doings among the people, make mention that his name is exalted.

Sing unto the Lord; for he hath done excellent things: this is known in all the earth.

Cry out and shout, thou inhabitant of Zion: for great is the Lord in the midst of thee, the Holy One, our God!