Y’did Nefesh
Text: Eliezer Azkari (Safed, 16th C.)
When I started composing music, I wanted to find new challenges. I entered Y'did Nefesh into The Guild of Temple Musicians' annual composition competition to find new synagogue music.
The text, which says, “My heart leaping like a deer,” made me want to write a musical line with a galloping feeling. Amor Artis really did a fantastic job with the work.
Heart’s delight, Source of mercy, draw Your servant into Your arms: I leap like a deer to stand in awe before You. Your love is sweeter to me than the taste of honey. World’s light, shining glory, my heart is faint for love of You: heal it, God, help my heart, show me Your radiant splendor. Let me return to strength and have joy for ever.
Teach My Lips a Blessing
the music of Erik Contzius
