Author Archives: maddg

I’ve always liked this one, another of the high rotation songs at our church. Although a Trisha Watts piece it is less strange than her usual songs (ie normal rhythm, stays in the same key) but still a good song. I … Continue reading →

Another insanely popular song, this time by Marty Haugen. Even countless repetition has not dulled its appeal, which is odd because it has a long chorus and short verses.  I suspect the dynamics keep the interest going and the simple … Continue reading →

This Dan Schutte song has been right up there in popularity with our liturgists over the years. It has held up well to repeated use but runs the risk of becoming a joke when sung without enthusiasm – you should not sing ‘Yahweh’s people dance for joy” … Continue reading →

I don’t know what to make of this Bernadette Farrell song based on a passage from John’s gospel. Listen to it here. It is going to be diabolical to keep things together with some very long notes in this slow … Continue reading →

This is a famous old hymn from the 1800s, words by Henry Lyle, tune by John Goss.  I think this is the one Mr Bean sings (sort of) when he goes to church. [On checking, no it isn’t – but … Continue reading →

I was looking for a setting of Ps 103 for this weekend and after listening to some less than impressive songs came across this one by Tom Booth, which I felt had a good feeling to it. You can hear … Continue reading →

First things first; if you have never heard this Christopher Walker song go here and have a listen. I invite comments from anyone who has heard this six part round in action, it must be wild. The Palm Sunday version … Continue reading →

I’ll miss Bob Dufford’s mass that we did to death over the years.  At least we can still sing this very popular song of his, a setting of Psalm 98. It can be purchased for download at OCP. Cantus Mundi … Continue reading →

This song has been our Gospel Acclamation for Lent since forever. It can seem stodgy so a light touch and handle with care.  It is by local boy Brian Boniwell. Refrain Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ, King of endless … Continue reading →

This is a song by Frank Andersen that I’ve played so often I could do it underwater, which is fine as it is a baptismal song. Simple, sincere, singable, what’s not to like? Fr Frank Andersen is a national treasure … Continue reading →