From the very beginning of the first track we feel a sense of anticipation fitting for the Advent season. The rest of the recording delivers fresh takes on Christmas classics, delightful and haunting new music and a sense of musicality like no other.
What You Might Not Know About Christmas Music - Part 3: Of The Father’s Love Begotten
Of the Father’s Love Begotten is a gorgeous Christmas hymn that I didn’t fall in love with until recently. We take a look at its rich history.
What You Might Not Know About Christmas Music - Part 2: O Come Emmanuel
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel has become a staple of the Christmas season - but where did it come from? Where did a melody that transcends time and style originate? Let’s take a look.
What You Might Not Know About Christmas Music - Part 1: Joy to the World
The words of “Joy to the World” reach far past the Christmas season. Let’s take a look at how Isaac Watts, the “Father of English Hymnody” came to write this amazing anthem.
The Best Christmas Praise & Worship CD I’ve Ever Heard
Tomorrow is December 1st. Hopefully you’ve been planning for Christmas services already at your church and hopefully you’ve already incorporated some of the great classic hymns into your services (Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus; O Come, O Come, Emmanuel; Of the Father’s Love Begotten).
But what of the modern? Where in the world is [...]