Edited from holographs in the Bodleian Library (MSS. Mus. Sch. c.115).
Summary
"William Boyce wrote these two anthems in 1760 and 1761, at the height of his career. Both are scored for large chorus and orchestra. The Souls of the Righteous was written for the funeral of George II and first performed on 11 November 1760." -- Provided by publisher.
Note
Online resource (A-R editions, viewed January 28, 2022).