More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns

Various Artists (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (March 15, 2005)
• Number of Discs: 2
• Label: Capitol
• ASIN: B0007QCLOA
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (69 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,332 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #12 in Music > Classical > Sacred & Religious
  • #15 in Music > Christian > Compilations
  • #21 in Music > Gospel

Track Listings

Disc: 1

1. Holy, Holy, Holy - London Festival Orchestra and The Thomas/Cumberland Choir

2. This Is My Father's World (instrumental) - London Festival Orchestra and The Thomas/Cumberland Choir

3. For The Beauty Of The Earth / Come, Ye Thankful People, Come / Come,

4. Come, Thou Fount Of Every Blessing - London Festival Orchestra and The Thomas/Cumberland Choir

5. Come, Thou Almighty King / Immortal, Invisible / How Great Thou Art - London Festival Orchestra and The Thomas/Cumberland Choir

6. Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah / He Leadeth Me - London Festival Orchestra and The Thomas/Cumberland Choir

7. It Is Well - London Festival Orchestra and The Thomas/Cumberland Choir

8. Like A River Glorious - London Festival Orchestra and The Thomas/Cumberland Choir

9. Be Still My Soul - London Festival Orchestra and The Thomas/Cumberland Choir

10. O Love That Will Not Let Me Go - London Festival Orchestra and The Thomas/Cumberland Choir

See all 26 tracks on this disc

Disc: 2

1. All Creatures Of Our God And King - London Philharmonic Choir and National Philharmonic Orchestra

2. Hark, Ten Thousand Harps And Voices - London Philharmonic Choir and National Philharmonic Orchestra

3. Praise To The Lord, The Almighty - London Philharmonic Choir and National Philharmonic Orchestra

4. O Sacred Head Now Wounded - London Philharmonic Choir and National Philharmonic Orchestra

5. Were You There When They Crucified My Lord - London Philharmonic Choir and National Philharmonic Orchestra

6. When I Survey The Wondrous Cross - London Philharmonic Choir and National Philharmonic Orchestra

7. How Great Thou Art - The Amen Choir and The London National Philharmonic Orchestra

8. Christ The Lord Is Risen Today - The Amen Choir and The London National Philharmonic Orchestra

9. Amazing Grace - London Philharmonic Choir and National Philharmonic Orchestra

10. God Of Our Fathers - London Philharmonic Choir and National Philharmonic Orchestra

See all 27 tracks on this disc

Editorial Reviews

Fifty of the most loved hymns sumptuously recorded by various artists including the London Philharmonic Choir and the National Philharmonic Orchestra. Includes For the Beauty of the Earth, Praise God from Whom all Blessings Flow, O Sacred Head so Wounded, Amazing Grace, Holy, Holy, Holy, Be Thou My Vision, Praise to the Lord, Crown Him with Many Crowns, Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee and many others. Two CD's. Track List: Disk 1 1. Holy, Holy, Holy 2. This is My Father's World 3. For the Beauty of the Earth/Come, Ye Thankful People, Come/Come, Christians join to Sing 4. Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing 5. Come, Thou Almighty King/ Immortal, Invisable/ How Great Thou Art 6. Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah/ He Leadeth Me 7. It Is Well 8. Like A River Glorious 9. Be Still My Soul 10. O Love That Will Not Let Me Go 11. Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee 12. Sweet Hour of

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

54 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful hymns, beautifully arranged, August 22, 2005

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Dr. Emil "Tom" Shuffhausen (Central Gulf Coast) - See all my reviews

This review is from: More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns (Audio CD)

In the past five years, there has been a renaissance of interest in some of the old, classical hymns of Christendom, thanks to recent releases by more contempary Christian music "stars." This is a positive trend, as it would be tragic for these great and powerful songs, with their majestic melodies and timeless truths, to be somehow lost in a modernistic tide of trendiness and disposable ditties.

This particular 2-disc collection is a fine and reliable collection of some of the best loved hymns of the ages. The orchestration and choral arrangements are impeccably done, and remain faithful to traditions.

This adherance to tradition will likely make it more popular among those born prior to the "baby boom", as well as to fans of classical music. In other words, this collection, as fine as it is, may not be the best vehicle to introduce the younger generation to the wonder and richness of hymns (making exceptions, of course, for young people who love classical music or have exceptional cultural maturity and intellectual curiosity).

There is nothing to quibble about when it comes to the song selections, which offer surprising variety, from ancient Celtic classics to American spirituals. It's a wonderful overview of some of the most powerful songs ever composed. Best of all, the truth of the lyrics still shine through, even (in some cases) centuries after they were written.

Beautifully done!

45 of 48 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Had Potential, November 9, 2006

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H. Veitch (Sydney, Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns (Audio CD)

The music on this CD sounds fantastic, but BE AWARE that they are only short segments of the hymns. For example, I specifically bought the CD for "Be Thou My Vision", which is actually only a short instrumental, and "Crown Him With Many Crowns", which only had one verse. Not good for a rousing sing-along while you do the dishes!

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 50 Most Loved Hymns How True, June 4, 2005

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Basil "Basil" (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns (Audio CD)

If you like classic favorite hymns that you grew up with sung by
beautiful and uplifting choral groups this is the CD for you!
I sang right along with the hymns as you probably will. Every generation will thoroughly enjoy this splendid 2 CD set for years
to come. The orchestral accompaniment is as magnifcent as the choirs.