Recommendations
If we hear a new song that we like we’ll try and point you to it from this page. Please let us know if you think there are other new songs we should be flagging up here. And please let us know what you think of these ones…
Creation sings
Words and Music by Keith & Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend
Copyright © 2008 Thankyou Music
GettyMusic: "Verse one considers God's creative power and design through the world around us. Verse two looks at Christ who stepped into His creation as the perfect Adam who could break the curse that held the earth in its grasp. Verse three then looks to the future when Christ will return and all creation will glorify the King. The chorus carries our response to stand and sing our praises to the Lord of creation. The melody has quite a sunny folk feel and we hope the song might be useful to you."
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No-one is sure about who the original author of this song was. It is accompanied in the original manuscript by just the letter ‘K’. It appears in ‘A Selection of Hymns from the Best Authors’, by John Rippon (1787). It could be Richard Keen, Robert Keen, John Keene, John Kirkham, John Keith. What is known for definite is that I (Richard Simpkin) didn’t write the words. Unfortunately, sometimes when this song is used, the words are attributed to me, but my command of the English language could never come up to the standard set in this song.
I came to write a new tune to this song because of a deadline. I meet with Michael Lawson (Archdeacon of Hampstead, and ex-concert pianist) from time to time, who gives me very helpful guidance on the musical side of things. The next date in the diary was looming and I had nothing to offer. I’d been encouraging our group of song writers to focus on the prophets, so I looked in an old service preparation book to see if there were any old hymns from the prophets that needed new tunes. I find writing tunes a lot easier than words, so I fancied saving a lot of time!
In the section on Isaiah, ‘How firm a foundation’ kept on cropping up, and I realised how steeped the song is in Isaiah 43-48.
What I like especially about the words is the way the writer proclaims truth from our mouths and then from God’s, a device that is commonly used in the Psalms. Modern updates have tried to iron this out, but I think that we lose the weight of the repetitions: ‘I, I am your God’, and, ‘I’ll never, no never, no never forsake.’ It is a powerful thing to be able to sing the promises of God to each other.
I remembered singing the words to the tune, ‘Montgomery’ and felt that maybe a new colour would bring some of the words to life. It’s a simple tune which seems easy to pick up, and should work with anything from a solo instrument to a full band.
Richard Simpkin
Come people of the risen King
Words and Music by Keith and Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend
Copyright © 2008 Thankyou Music/ Copyright Control
GettyMusic: "This hymn
is a call to worship, intended to unite our hearts in praise of the One who has saved us, the One who invites all His people to come and rejoice in Him."
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No-one is sure about who the original author of this song was. It is accompanied in the original manuscript by just the letter ‘K’. It appears in ‘A Selection of Hymns from the Best Authors’, by John Rippon (1787). It could be Richard Keen, Robert Keen, John Keene, John Kirkham, John Keith. What is known for definite is that I (Richard Simpkin) didn’t write the words. Unfortunately, sometimes when this song is used, the words are attributed to me, but my command of the English language could never come up to the standard set in this song.
I came to write a new tune to this song because of a deadline. I meet with Michael Lawson (Archdeacon of Hampstead, and ex-concert pianist) from time to time, who gives me very helpful guidance on the musical side of things. The next date in the diary was looming and I had nothing to offer. I’d been encouraging our group of song writers to focus on the prophets, so I looked in an old service preparation book to see if there were any old hymns from the prophets that needed new tunes. I find writing tunes a lot easier than words, so I fancied saving a lot of time!
In the section on Isaiah, ‘How firm a foundation’ kept on cropping up, and I realised how steeped the song is in Isaiah 43-48.
What I like especially about the words is the way the writer proclaims truth from our mouths and then from God’s, a device that is commonly used in the Psalms. Modern updates have tried to iron this out, but I think that we lose the weight of the repetitions: ‘I, I am your God’, and, ‘I’ll never, no never, no never forsake.’ It is a powerful thing to be able to sing the promises of God to each other.
I remembered singing the words to the tune, ‘Montgomery’ and felt that maybe a new colour would bring some of the words to life. It’s a simple tune which seems easy to pick up, and should work with anything from a solo instrument to a full band.
Richard Simpkin
Hear the Call to the Kingdom
Words and Music by Keith & Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend
Copyright ©2006 Thankyou Music
A great one for the end of a service as we go out remembering the Kingdom of which we are already members and will soon enjoy in full. Verse one considers our response of praise to the cross, verse two our need to be light in the world’s darkness and verse three that we should declare His Kingdom to those around us.
The tune is upbeat and very different in style to the classic Getty Irish hymn – but just as singable and memorable!
If you want it, you can read the lyrics, listen to it and buy the music here…
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No-one is sure about who the original author of this song was. It is accompanied in the original manuscript by just the letter ‘K’. It appears in ‘A Selection of Hymns from the Best Authors’, by John Rippon (1787). It could be Richard Keen, Robert Keen, John Keene, John Kirkham, John Keith. What is known for definite is that I (Richard Simpkin) didn’t write the words. Unfortunately, sometimes when this song is used, the words are attributed to me, but my command of the English language could never come up to the standard set in this song.
I came to write a new tune to this song because of a deadline. I meet with Michael Lawson (Archdeacon of Hampstead, and ex-concert pianist) from time to time, who gives me very helpful guidance on the musical side of things. The next date in the diary was looming and I had nothing to offer. I’d been encouraging our group of song writers to focus on the prophets, so I looked in an old service preparation book to see if there were any old hymns from the prophets that needed new tunes. I find writing tunes a lot easier than words, so I fancied saving a lot of time!
In the section on Isaiah, ‘How firm a foundation’ kept on cropping up, and I realised how steeped the song is in Isaiah 43-48.
What I like especially about the words is the way the writer proclaims truth from our mouths and then from God’s, a device that is commonly used in the Psalms. Modern updates have tried to iron this out, but I think that we lose the weight of the repetitions: ‘I, I am your God’, and, ‘I’ll never, no never, no never forsake.’ It is a powerful thing to be able to sing the promises of God to each other.
I remembered singing the words to the tune, ‘Montgomery’ and felt that maybe a new colour would bring some of the words to life. It’s a simple tune which seems easy to pick up, and should work with anything from a solo instrument to a full band.
Richard Simpkin
Behold the lamb
Words and Music by Keith & Kristyn Getty & Stuart Townend
Copyright © 2006 Thankyou Music
This hymn helps us understand the symbolism of communion. There are four verses – on preparation, bread, wine and our response/Christ’s return. The central theme is remembrance and there is some lovely imagery of being family around the King’s table.
The tune is classic Getty!
If you want it, you can read the lyrics and buy the music here…
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No-one is sure about who the original author of this song was. It is accompanied in the original manuscript by just the letter ‘K’. It appears in ‘A Selection of Hymns from the Best Authors’, by John Rippon (1787). It could be Richard Keen, Robert Keen, John Keene, John Kirkham, John Keith. What is known for definite is that I (Richard Simpkin) didn’t write the words. Unfortunately, sometimes when this song is used, the words are attributed to me, but my command of the English language could never come up to the standard set in this song.
I came to write a new tune to this song because of a deadline. I meet with Michael Lawson (Archdeacon of Hampstead, and ex-concert pianist) from time to time, who gives me very helpful guidance on the musical side of things. The next date in the diary was looming and I had nothing to offer. I’d been encouraging our group of song writers to focus on the prophets, so I looked in an old service preparation book to see if there were any old hymns from the prophets that needed new tunes. I find writing tunes a lot easier than words, so I fancied saving a lot of time!
In the section on Isaiah, ‘How firm a foundation’ kept on cropping up, and I realised how steeped the song is in Isaiah 43-48.
What I like especially about the words is the way the writer proclaims truth from our mouths and then from God’s, a device that is commonly used in the Psalms. Modern updates have tried to iron this out, but I think that we lose the weight of the repetitions: ‘I, I am your God’, and, ‘I’ll never, no never, no never forsake.’ It is a powerful thing to be able to sing the promises of God to each other.
I remembered singing the words to the tune, ‘Montgomery’ and felt that maybe a new colour would bring some of the words to life. It’s a simple tune which seems easy to pick up, and should work with anything from a solo instrument to a full band.
Richard Simpkin
Never Alone (We’re not alone for Christ is here)
Lyrics: © 2006 Simone Richardson Music: © 2006 Philip Percival
Administered worldwide by Emu Music Australia Inc.
Like ‘In Christ Alone’ and ‘You’re the Word of God the Father’ this song goes from creation to cross to resurrection and beyond from the perspective of God’s reconciliation to mankind through Christ, with the implications for us vividly spelt out. This could be one you’re singing for many years to come!
The tune is a belter – works well with single piano or full band.
If you want it, you can read the lyrics and buy the music here…
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No-one is sure about who the original author of this song was. It is accompanied in the original manuscript by just the letter ‘K’. It appears in ‘A Selection of Hymns from the Best Authors’, by John Rippon (1787). It could be Richard Keen, Robert Keen, John Keene, John Kirkham, John Keith. What is known for definite is that I (Richard Simpkin) didn’t write the words. Unfortunately, sometimes when this song is used, the words are attributed to me, but my command of the English language could never come up to the standard set in this song.
I came to write a new tune to this song because of a deadline. I meet with Michael Lawson (Archdeacon of Hampstead, and ex-concert pianist) from time to time, who gives me very helpful guidance on the musical side of things. The next date in the diary was looming and I had nothing to offer. I’d been encouraging our group of song writers to focus on the prophets, so I looked in an old service preparation book to see if there were any old hymns from the prophets that needed new tunes. I find writing tunes a lot easier than words, so I fancied saving a lot of time!
In the section on Isaiah, ‘How firm a foundation’ kept on cropping up, and I realised how steeped the song is in Isaiah 43-48.
What I like especially about the words is the way the writer proclaims truth from our mouths and then from God’s, a device that is commonly used in the Psalms. Modern updates have tried to iron this out, but I think that we lose the weight of the repetitions: ‘I, I am your God’, and, ‘I’ll never, no never, no never forsake.’ It is a powerful thing to be able to sing the promises of God to each other.
I remembered singing the words to the tune, ‘Montgomery’ and felt that maybe a new colour would bring some of the words to life. It’s a simple tune which seems easy to pick up, and should work with anything from a solo instrument to a full band.
Richard Simpkin
The Greatest Day in History
Tim Hughes & Ben Cantelon
Copyright © 2006 Thankyou Music
Jesus’ resurrection victory and what it means for us – forever changed and with a new heavenly home. It’s always good to have fresh words which remind us of this wonderful truth.
The tune is what you’d expect – simple, anthemic and easy to pick up. Not sure how well this would work outside a band/guitar-led setting, but it might!
If you want it, you can read the lyrics and buy the music here…
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No-one is sure about who the original author of this song was. It is accompanied in the original manuscript by just the letter ‘K’. It appears in ‘A Selection of Hymns from the Best Authors’, by John Rippon (1787). It could be Richard Keen, Robert Keen, John Keene, John Kirkham, John Keith. What is known for definite is that I (Richard Simpkin) didn’t write the words. Unfortunately, sometimes when this song is used, the words are attributed to me, but my command of the English language could never come up to the standard set in this song.
I came to write a new tune to this song because of a deadline. I meet with Michael Lawson (Archdeacon of Hampstead, and ex-concert pianist) from time to time, who gives me very helpful guidance on the musical side of things. The next date in the diary was looming and I had nothing to offer. I’d been encouraging our group of song writers to focus on the prophets, so I looked in an old service preparation book to see if there were any old hymns from the prophets that needed new tunes. I find writing tunes a lot easier than words, so I fancied saving a lot of time!
In the section on Isaiah, ‘How firm a foundation’ kept on cropping up, and I realised how steeped the song is in Isaiah 43-48.
What I like especially about the words is the way the writer proclaims truth from our mouths and then from God’s, a device that is commonly used in the Psalms. Modern updates have tried to iron this out, but I think that we lose the weight of the repetitions: ‘I, I am your God’, and, ‘I’ll never, no never, no never forsake.’ It is a powerful thing to be able to sing the promises of God to each other.
I remembered singing the words to the tune, ‘Montgomery’ and felt that maybe a new colour would bring some of the words to life. It’s a simple tune which seems easy to pick up, and should work with anything from a solo instrument to a full band.
Richard Simpkin