The Crucifixion | |
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Oratorio by John Stainer | |
Text | W J Sparrow Simpson |
Composed | 1887 |
Movements | 20 |
Vocal | SATB choir and solo |
Premiere | |
Date | 24 February 1887 |
The Crucifixion: A Meditation on the Sacred Passion of the Holy Redeemer is an oratorio for a SATB choir and organ composed by John Stainer in 1887, with text by W J Sparrow Simpson. The piece relates the Biblical narrative of the Passion and Crucifixion of Jesus. It is particularly noted for the Christian hymn "All for Jesus, All for Jesus".