Psalm 13
A neo-taizé composition shaped by modal shifts: V1 in Aeolian with minimalist piano, drones, and subtle electronic textures; PC1 moves to rhythmic Dorian, layering soft percussion and wordless choral ostinato, C1 maintains Dorian, expanding harmonies, V2 returns to Aeolian, then PC2 brightens with Lydian—lush synths, bells, and a larger choir, C2 resolves in Ionian, full ensemble, and soaring vocal tapestry
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[Verse 1] How long will shadows stretch their hands Over this dry and weary land I cry out loud but no one stands [Prechorus 1] My heart is heavy it won’t sing The silence echoes everything [Chorus 1] But I will trust I will wait In this desert desolate I will trust I will wait For the dawn to resonate [Verse 2] The night returns its cold embrace The stars are distant but I trace A hope that lingers in this space [Prechorus 2] The sky begins to softly glow A whisper tells me all I know [Chorus 2] And I will rise I will see Grace unfolding endlessly I will rise I will see Love will hold what’s left of me
