Felix Mendelssohn 'Verleih uns Frieden' - performed by St Peter's Singers of Leeds

This video clip was recorded on Monday 16th February 2009 in Leeds Town Hall during the rehearsal for the Mendelssohn Bicentenary Commemoration Concert of sacred music given by St Peter's Singers.
The choir is directed by Dr Simon Lindley and the organist is David Houlder.

English translation of the words of the anthem:

Grant us merciful peace, O Lord! For there is no-one to protect us in our time of strife except you, the one and only Lord (Martin Luther, 1483-1546)

More details about St Peter's Singers and the choir's forthcoming series of concerts, recitals and services can be found at www.stpeters-singers.org.uk

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[budrydaniel]

A great choir but It is indeed too fast

[klaudius313]

Que pena..

Demasiado rápido el tiempo...

[PaulGiffs]

As a member of the choir, I wish to apologize. Our conductor had runny bowels this taping, and so, the piece was a bit rushed. He did make it to the bathroom in time, and we later recorded the Masterpiece so sweetly slow that the College kept it in their private archives for visiting dignitaries. Happy to clarify this rushed performance.

[TemptationStylez]

so much too fast i sing this song in a choir too and we sing it so much slowlier! and to the conductor he amke to much movements he must hold his ground! and give the smallest information to his choir

[jpl05250]

What is the conductor thinking, Mendelssohn worte "Andante" not Presto. I am going to accompany this work in 2 days but not at this speed. The music here is totally wasted.

[ricardo522042]

Way toooooooooooooo fast ... this song was written with the many parts in it so that they might be emphasized. I know a lot of choir directors who are looking for jobs right now who could replace this one.

[goe2n]

too fast!

[YokaiTetsuiga]

Tempo Too fast