The Crucifixion (Stainer)
| The Crucifixion | |
|---|---|
| Oratorio by John Stainer | |
Cover of the 1951 Novello Edition | |
| Text | W J Sparrow Simpson |
| Composed | 1887 |
| Movements | 20 |
| Vocal | SATB choir and solo |
| Premiere | |
| Date | 24 February 1887 |
The Crucifixion: A Meditation on the Sacred Passion of the Holy Redeemer is an oratorio for a SATB choir and organ composed by John Stainer in 1887, with text by W J Sparrow Simpson. The piece relates the Biblical narrative of the Passion and Crucifixion of Jesus. It is particularly noted for the Christian hymn “All for Jesus, All for Jesus".