Publisher's Synopsis
""The Story of the Hymns and Tunes"" by Theron Brown is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed history of the development of Christian hymns and music. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part discussing the origins of hymns and the second part focusing on the evolution of hymn tunes.The first part of the book explores the origins of hymns, tracing their roots back to ancient times and examining the influence of various cultures and religions on their development. The author also discusses the role of hymns in worship and how they have been used to convey religious messages throughout history.The second part of the book focuses on the evolution of hymn tunes, from the simple melodies of early hymns to the complex harmonies and arrangements of modern hymns. The author discusses the contributions of various composers and musicians to the development of hymn tunes, and how different musical styles and traditions have influenced their evolution over time.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples of hymns and tunes, along with their histories and interesting anecdotes about their creation and use. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian hymns and music, and provides a fascinating insight into the cultural and religious influences that have shaped this important aspect of Christian worship.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
