What Shall We Sing?
This article discusses congregational singing. It notes New Testament passages like Ephesians 5:18 and Colossians 3:16, and the Old Testament Psalms. Along the way, commentary is offered on modern songbooks and hymnody.
"I" in Psalms and Hymns
Looking at the use of first person singular in the Psalms, this article shares some understanding as to how it may be understood and why it is not individualistic. Thus, the Psalms can be sung by the church. Applying this to the selection of hymns for church singing, the author shares some features that must characterize a church hymn.
So Which Hymns Should We Sing?
Worship Music Beyond Only the Psalms
This article gives reasons why the Psalm singing should not be exclusive in church music, but how other songs can be included in the worship service.
Hymns, Form and Language
This article looks at the way that the form and language of hymns are designed to capture the religious experience of the singer.
In Hac Fossa Me Reconde
This is a study in comparative hymnology. It wants to trace the roots of the imagery of the hymn "Rock of Ages."
Hymn Singing in Victorian England
Around 400,000 hymns were written during the reign of Queen Victoria. What we can learn from this history? This article looks at the history of some of these hymns, drawing lessons for the church today.
Some Aspects of the British Reception of German Music in the Nineteenth Century
This article considers the musical background of German hymns in current English hymnals. It gives some general notes on the Victorian-era.
William Cowper: God Moves in a Mysterious Way
This article is a biography of William Cowper. Focus is given to his hymns and how they benefited the spread of the gospel. His well-known hymn is "God Moves in a Mysterious Way."
Morning and Evening – Hymns of John Keble
This article is a biography of John Keble. Focus is given to his hymns and how they benefited the spread of the gospel.