Sister Sinjin are a duo (once a trio) who have released songs that Advent themed. A newly released EP Face Of The Deep, features lyrics inspired by a book of poems by Christina Rossetti that shares the same title. The track Yes I Knew expresses the doubt of Mary and the assurance of God about …
I’m still looking for seasonal hymns that I’m not really familiar with, and have discovered Watchmen Tell Us Of The Night. It’s from a Lutheran background. Here’s a version with Celtic stylings and harp accompaniment.
I’ve featured O Come, O Come Emmanuel lots and lots of times as part of Christmas Songs. This recently released version by Sara Groves has a new tune and setting for the lyrics. It’s very tasteful, and singable I think, though fans of the words themselves would probably prefer the old tune, and those who …
Saviour Of The Nations is an old hymn, based on even older words. This rendition by a group named Koiné actually uses the traditional melody in a comptemporary rendition, and does capture some of the sense of desire and anticipation the hymn expresses. The lyrics: Saviour of the nations, come; Virgin’s Son, make here your …
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