Isaac Watt: The Father of English Hymnody

APR 5, 202614 MIN
The Classic English Literature Podcast

Isaac Watt: The Father of English Hymnody

APR 5, 202614 MIN

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Send us Fan MailFor this Easter holiday, I thought we'd look at a hymn lyric from a very influential writer who is often overlooked in discussions of literature: Isaac Watt.  You can find the full text of the lyric in the transcript.Additional Music: "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" perf. The Choir of St. Margaret's, Westminster (1931) His Master's Voice (B 3746)https://archive.org/details/78_when-i-survey-the-wondrous-cross_choir-of-st-margarets-westminster-miller-herber_gbia0438074bSupport the showIf you enjoy the show, please consider supporting it with a small donation.  Click the "Support the Show" button.  So grateful!Or Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/classicenglishliteraturePlease like, subscribe, and rate the podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen.  Thank you!Email: [email protected] me on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Podcast Theme Music: "Rejoice" by G.F. Handel, perf. The Advent Chamber OrchestraSubcast Theme Music: "Sons of the Brave" by Thomas Bidgood, perf. The Band of the Irish GuardsSound effects and incidental music: Freesounds.orgMy thanks and appreciation to all the generous providers!