Description

“Linstead” a Jamaican folk melody adapted by Doreen Potter, provides the basis of this bright arrangement. “Linstead” a Jamaican folk melody adapted by Doreen Potter, provides the basis of this bright arrangement. Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ is a joyful setting of the familiar song which was originally titled “Communion Calypso” by Fred Kaan, author of the text. It is intended to be a song of celebration for the Lord’s Supper. Syncopation, well-placed staccato technique and martellatos as well as a pulsing melody exhorts the listener to join in and serve the Lord.