Iste Confessor

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Iste Confessor, (Vespers Hymn for the Common of Confessors)

translated by John Mason Neale

Hymn Tune: Rouen, from the Poitiers Antiphoner, 1746

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Iste Confessor, translated by John Mason Neale:

3. Wherefore our choir, with willing hymns and anthems,

Here, on his feast day, doth him fitting honor,

That in his glory we may have our portion,

Ever and ever.

4. Glory and virtue, honor and salvation,

Be unto Him that, sitting in the highest,

Ordereth meetly earth, and sky and ocean,

Only and Trinal.

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Iste Confessor, translated by John Mason Neale:

1. He, the confessor, of the Lord with triumph,

Whom, through the wide world celebrate the faithful,

He on this day through tribulation enter'd,

Heavenly mansions.

2. Pious and prudent, continent and humble,

Sober he was, and gentle of behavior,

While in his frame dwelt, animate with action,

Earthly existence.

[bobjohnson001]

You might enjoy Stephen Tharp's CD "Hymns Old And New," especially the last track , "Rouen" (which has a similar mood and character as Iste Confessor).

[Arky83mi]

@bobjohnson001 Its the same tune, called either/or Rouen or Iste Confessor

[bobjohnson001]

@Arky83mi I downloaded the score to Iste Confessor and followed along with your video. Your improvisations on the last verse of Iste Confessor are subtle and beautiful. Mr Noble and Mr Rawsthorne would give you high marks. Your music is beautiful and much appreciated.

[bestvids]

@bobjohnson001 where did you download the music for this? I'd like to also get a copy.

Thanks

[hosannahorn]

Awesome!, Where is this organ? sounds decent big building...one tiny suggestion, with a large building like that allow for proper breathing between the phrasing so that each phrase moves smoothly. I think it was awesome keep up the good work.

[DazzleInOz]

Hi Joe, I really appreciate your playing and love watching/hearing your posts. You have a real musical talent. Keep playing and posting.

[butchscorner]

Just  wonderful. Never give up the organ. I love to hear more of your work. Keep them coming.

[natesdca]

You are amazing :)

[giosueledg]

one of my faovrite tunes we have this hymn in spanish "Al trono excelso"

iste confessor (ruen) 1746

thanks

[bobjohnson001]

wow... beautiful...

[WorkBootBoi]

Standign oation for all your hard work and dedication. Would love to lsiten in person some day. Look forwarded to more. Do you have a tour schedule? Applause from Troy, Mi

[gwilll2006]

I know its a hymn tune, but just can't remember which one.

[gwilll2006]

Now I remember, its called "Iste Confessor"

[pmzephyr22]

Hey Joe, this piece doesn't ring a bell. What is it? Anyway it's good to see you posting. You look more and more confident. I was wondering how the organ work was going for you guy up there in this economy. We have skidded almost to a halt. I hope you are at least keeping busy.

[pmzephyr22]

Oh, ok, duh. The title was not on there yet I guess. LOL

[bimjales]

Loved it.

[motnurkep]

When are we going to be able to buy CD's you have recorded? I'd like more than just YouTube. Once again, you are incredible. Thank you for your gift

[accordion25]

Always a pleasure listening to your videos. Thanks!

[zeeknc]

Great job as usual

[sneaks01]

That was absolutely wonderful!! I am so impressed with your talent!!