DESCRIPTION

This informative resource provides a brief history of each hymn in the popular hymnal Glory to God. Written by one of the foremost hymn scholars today, the Companion explains when and why each hymn was written and provides biographical information about the hymn writers.

Church leaders will benefit from this book when choosing hymn texts for every worship occasion. Several indexes will be included, making this a valuable reference tool for pastors, worship planners, scholars, and students, as well as an interesting and engaging resource for music lovers.

About the author:
Carl P. Daw Jr. is Adjunct Professor of Hymnology at Boston University School of Theology and one of the most respected hymn scholars today. An Episcopal priest, he has served as Executive Director of the Hymn Society in the United States and Canada and the author of many books and articles on hymnology. He has been the text writer of numerous hymns that have appeared in hymnals in the United States, Canada, and throughout the world.