It was written by English historian, folk-singer and song-writer Sydney Carter (1915-2004), in 1963, and is set to a tune which is adapted from a traditional Shaker hymn, Simple Gifts.
The songs has been covered by a very wide range of artists, perhaps the most famous being Michael Flatley, who choreographed a dance setting which is the title track from a music and dance production.
The definitive, authorised version of the words is available from the Stainer and Bell website - near the bottom of the page.
The songs has been covered by a very wide range of artists, perhaps the most famous being Michael Flatley, who choreographed a dance setting which is the title track from a music and dance production.
Downloads
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Examples
Southern Gospel trio performance - a capella:
Song leader with congregation - piano accompaniment:
Choir and congregation, with organ and bells:
Singer with band - contemporary worship song style arrangement, professional recording:
Singer with guitar, acoustic:
Instrumental - organ:
Lyrics
The lyrics are copyright so cannot be reproduced here.The definitive, authorised version of the words is available from the Stainer and Bell website - near the bottom of the page.
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