I Am Your Child

Some time ago I came across a collection called, “The Comforter”, which consists mainly of songs by Brian Boniwell. It accompanied a cassette made by Father Paul Gurr in the 1980s.

I haven’t been able to find this sheet music available anywhere else and the collection is well out of print, which is a shame because the music deserves another look.

There is perhaps an influence from Psalm 132 in the text, which would need “O Lord” replacing “Yahweh” I suppose these days. It is a gentle song of praise and encouragement for private prayer, but in times of trial might even find a place in a liturgy.

Brian has kindly consented for the sheet music to be posted.

I made a couple of backings – I am happier with this one:

This one is a bit of a fail:

Father Gurr’s style is an acquired taste – as is mine as it happens:

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