This was written for the Three Choirs Festival in Worcester 1935.
The Te Deum Laudamus is a very early Christian hymn of praise traditionally attributed to Saint Ambrose and Saint Augustine. It is sung as part of Matins.
Herbert Sumsion (14.1.1899 - 11.8.1995) was an English musician and organist at Gloucester Cathedral from 1928 -1967. As a major figure is the Three Choirs festival he had links with the major 20th century composers. Although known primarily as a cathedral organist, his work was far ranging.
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