John Ellerton: Being a Collection of His Writings on Hymnology, Together With a Sketch of His Life and Works (Classic Reprint)

Explore the life and work of a key hymnologist, and the craft of church song itself. This collection presents the writings of John Ellerton on hymnology, paired with a thoughtful sketch of his life and achievements. It offers both scholarly analysis and practical reflections on how hymns shape worship and belief.The volume surveys the history, theory, and use of hymns in English worship. It examines how hymnals are built, how to choose suitable hymns, and how songs can best serve congregations. Readers will find careful definitions, critiques of popular hymnaries, and guidance for shaping future hymnody in the English church. Foundational ideas about what makes a hymn good for church use Arguments about how to balance tradition with new hymnody A biographical sketch that situates Ellerton within his century Discussion of the role of hymnals in liturgy and spiritual lifeIdeal for students of hymnology, clergy, and church musicians seeking a nuanced view of hymn-writing, selection, and worship planning. It will also interest readers curious about how hymnody evolved in English worship. Read more