In the conclusion to his cantata “Praise the Lord, My Soul” (BWV 143), for example, the “Hallelujah” fairly leaps with joy through its dancing meter and energized rhythms. Floating over ...

“I must say, personally, hallelujah sounds so much more beautiful than simply just ‘Praise the Lord,’” Rathey said. “Hallelujah is almost music already, even without a musical setting.

The musical guest on Saturday’s edition of “Saturday Night Live” shouted “Praise the Lord” at the end of his performance in the latest example of the country singer using his platform to promote his ...