Hymns
This traditional Christian hymn of Irish origin’s words are based on a Middle Irish poem that has traditionally been attributed to Dallán Forgaill.
Be Thou My Vision
Based on Numbers 6:24-26. It is a setting of a biblical benediction, followed by an extended set "Amens."
The Lord Bless You and Keep You
This song serves as a narrative, recounting the history of the author’s people and the beauty of their land.
Misty Mountains Cold
Can I have 2 volunteers to name this tune?
Chromatic Scale
In 1744, Charles Wesley looked at the situation of orphans and the class divisions in Great Britain in the areas around him. Through this train of thought, he wrote this hymn based on Haggai 2:7.
Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus
This hymn can be heard throughout the halls of the school.
Psalm 24
Released in 1961, this song had its origins in South Africa.
The Lion Sleeps Tonight
This one makes you laugh every time.
Sing a Little
This hymn was originally written by preacher Joseph M. Scriven as a poem in 1855 to comfort his mother, who was living in Ireland while he was in Canada.
What a Friend We Have in Jesus
The text of this song speaks specifically of the Holy Trinity.
Holy, Holy, Holy
This song, originally composed in 1914, was adopted by famous composer John Williams for a classic 1990 film.
Carol of the Bells
Try humming this one.
Grieg - Peer Gynt
Written by Isaac Watts in 1708 that paraphrases the 90th Psalm of the Book of Psalms.
Our God, Our Help in Ages Past
Taken from Psalm 113, this song’s title was the motto of the Templar Knights.
Non Nobis, Domine
Every year, the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California hosts an annual sing-a-long for this song.
The Sound of Music
We sang this one first with a very large group of singers.
Yonder Come Day
This hymn’s refrain makes a rather oblique reference to the parable of the Prodigal Son.
Come, Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy
This song can be heard during morning lauds.
Kyrie Eleison
This song was performed by the Geneva choir in the past with a strong, beginning tenor solo.
My Mother Told Me
This tune’s inspiration hails from John chapter 1 and was written by one of our own.
The Light of Christ