Psalm 117

Psalm 117 is the main psalm associated with Easter Day. It is a celebratory psalm in which God transforms humiliation into exaltation. A key line is ‘I shall not die, I shall live’, reminding us of the triumph Jesus’ resurrection has gained for us.

Listen to the psalm here (cantor Terry Donohoe, piano accompaniment):

Psalm 117 (Easter) piano.mp3

Backing track (piano accompaniment):

Easter Day (Psalm 117) - piano.mp3

Listen to the psalm here (cantor Terry Donohoe, instrumental accompaniment):

Psalm 117 (Easter).mp3

Backing track (instrumental accompaniment):

Easter Day (Psalm 117) - arrangement.mp3

Download the lead sheet by clicking on this pdf:

Easter Day (Psalm 117) - lead sheet.pdf

Easter Day (Psalm 117) - lead sheet.pdf

Download the vocal score by clicking on this pdf:

Easter Day (Psalm 117) - keyboard.pdf

Easter Day (Psalm 117) - keyboard.pdf