This arrangement combines the hymns: "Abide with me; 'Tis Eventide" and "Abide With Me!"
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The hymn "Abide with me; 'Tis Eventide" was written in 1882 by M. Lowrie Hofford (1825-1888). He was an American theologist and graduate of the Princeton Seminary. The music was written by American Harrison Millard (1830-1895) and initially written under the title "Welcome Guest". Notably, both Hofford and Millard fought for the Union in the civil war, and it is speculated that their experiences there could have influenced the hymn. (1) The original hymn words and music in SATB format is available here.
The hymn "Abide With Me" was written in 1847 by the Scottish Anglican Henry F Lyte (1793-1847). He reportedly was dying of tuberculosis as he wrote the hymn, and just finished the hymn three weeks prior to his death. The music was written in 1861 by London native William H Monk (1823-1889) (2). The original hymn words and music in SATB format is available here.
(For the sheet music, a special thanks goes out to Neville who got a friend to transcribe the music for him. I unfortunately had not had the time to do this myself.)
The hymn "Abide With Me" was written in 1847 by the Scottish Anglican Henry F Lyte (1793-1847). He reportedly was dying of tuberculosis as he wrote the hymn, and just finished the hymn three weeks prior to his death. The music was written in 1861 by London native William H Monk (1823-1889) (2). The original hymn words and music in SATB format is available here.
(For the sheet music, a special thanks goes out to Neville who got a friend to transcribe the music for him. I unfortunately had not had the time to do this myself.)
LOVE this arrangement. Do you write it as well or is this by ear?
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ReplyDeleteThis arrangement brought me to tears. This song has a very strong meaning for me, it would be wonderful to download this sheet music. You did a fantastic job. God bless.
ReplyDeleteWow! That's so beautiful I could cry. I love that so much. Thank you for sharing your beautiful talent. ~~Janie Smalls~~
ReplyDeleteWow! That is so beautiful, I could cry. Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful talent.
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Wow! That is so beautiful, I could cry. Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful talent.
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it's beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteCould you write it down?
I need to play this at my grandma's funeral(next Saturday)
That's beautiful!
ReplyDeletecould you write it down?
I need to play this at my grandma's funeral next Saturday.
Beautiful! I also, same as QQ, have a grandmother who is very sick and dying. I've been searching high and low for a piece to play at her funeral that would be beautiful and appropriate. It would be wonderful if you wouldn't mind sharing the sheet music for this one. Thanks for your beautiful music.
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ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful arrangements! Thank you for sharing and allowing us to download for free! I can't wait to play it!
ReplyDeleteSo, so beautiful. Thanks you for sharing your talent.
ReplyDeleteOne of my favorite hymns! I love your arrangement of it! Thank you for sharing your talent with all of us!!
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ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift and service you are giving to people. I wish you could make a list by voice...for example, SATB, TTBB, SAB etc. It would help us to quickly see what you have available.
ReplyDeleteThank you again for sharing so generously of your talent!
How can I get a copy of the sheet for this hymn? I love it!
ReplyDeleteHey John, the link to download the sheet music is at the top of the post (the top link is to download the audio, the bottom link is to download the sheet music). Hope that helps!
Deletethanks for arranging such beautiful music pieces l really appreciate them
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