Author Description
Produced initially as a supplement to the "Church Hymnal", this volume can also stand alone as a hymnbook in its own right. It contains both traditional and contemporary material related to the Revised Lectionary for use at Holy Communion, metrical settings of the Canticles together with four hymns in the Irish Language with English singing translation. Some tunes are most appropriately played on the organ but many can be adapted for other instrumentation. Guitar chords have been supplied where appropriate.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume serves as a comprehensive liturgical resource designed to supplement the Church Hymnal while functioning as an independent collection for congregational worship. Compiled by Oxford, the text provides a structured selection of traditional and contemporary hymns aligned with the Revised Lectionary. It aims to facilitate musical participation in Holy Communion and other services through a blend of historical and modern liturgical compositions.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Metrical settings of the Canticles
- Hymns featuring Irish language lyrics with English singing translations
- Musical arrangements including organ scores and guitar chords
- Liturgical material specifically curated for Holy Communion
Scope Limits
- Does not provide theological commentary or historical analysis of the hymns
- Does not include full orchestral scores for all selections
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and church musicians recognize this collection as a practical, functional tool for parish worship settings. Readers frequently note the utility of the dual-language hymns and the inclusion of guitar chords for modern instrumentation.
Page Count:
80
Publication Date:
1990-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0191481513
ISBN-13:
9780191481512
Religion
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Worship & Devotion
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