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Classic
Hynms 2 - Dedication of Mahatma Gandhi's favourite hymn "Lead kindly Light" to all those
affected in the Mumbai unfortunate incident on 26th Nov 08 - IMC (Indian Merchant Chamber - Mumbai) on 26th Nov, 2009 |
Earlier
this year on Jan 26th, just 2 months after the tragic incident at
Mumbai we at "Classic Hymns" were led to dedicate a very pertinent hymn
"Abide with Me" for all those affected of the happenings on 26th Nov 08.
As we come close to a year after that unfortunate day at Mumbai,
"Classic Hymns" are humbled to dedicate another hymn " Lead kindly
Light" sung by a 300 voice choir of Chennai, as a Tribute to those
affected by that fateful day. This too happens to be one among the
favorite hymns of Mahatma Gandhi.
We are
sure the words of this Hymn will bless the hearts of all the members
of the families who lost their loved ones,
those brave hearts who fearlessly
labored to save the lives of many and most
of all to the authorities,
officers, and staff of Mumbai Police,
Mumbai Fire Department, Central
Railways, Cama Hospital, Bombay Municipal
Corporation, the entire team of
NSG, the Naval team,- The Management and
staff of The Taj Mahal Hotel ,The
Oberoi, The Trident and all residents at
Nariman House.
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theme of this hymn is to spread light and hope to all those aching
hearts in the midst of encircling gloom
and darkness that their prayer to
be lead from " from darkness to Light"
with the assurance and comforting
presence of the Lord Almighty. The last
stanza says " And with the morn
those angel faces smile, which I have
loved long since, and lost a while".
| Mahatma Gandhi's favourite hymn "Lead kindly Light" |
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Lead Kindly Light
Lead, kindly Light, amid the encircling gloom,
Lead Thou me on;
The night is dark, and I am far from home;
Lead Thou me on.
Keep Thou my feet; I do not ask to see
The distant scene; one step enough for me.
I was not ever thus, nor pray'd that Thou
Shouldst lead me on;
I loved to choose, and see my path; but now
Lead Thou me on.
I loved the garish day, and, spite of fears,
Pride ruled my will: remember not past years.
So long Thy power hath blest me, sure it still
Will lead me on.
O'er moor and fen, o'er crag and torrent, till
The night is gone;
And with the morn those Angel faces smile,
Which I have loved long since, and lost awhile.
- Cardinal Newman |
- Mahatma Gandhi
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Classic
Hynms 2 - Release of Lead
Kindly Light - 17th
Oct, 2009 |
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Classic
Hymn's second album titled "Lead kindly Light" was
released on 17th Oct 09 in Chennai by Former Bishop
of Chennai, Bishop Sundar Clarke. The first copy
was received by Dr Mrs Grace George, Chairman of
Alpha Group of Institutions. Releasing the album
"Lead kindly Light" coincided with the festival
of Light and the words of the first line of the
hymn " Lead kindly Light amidst encircling gloom"
was a fitting tribute to all those who pray the
pray " lead me from darkness to Light".
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Mr
Rajkumar Ramachandran from Delhi spoke on
the occasion and highlighted the importance
of the role of the choir in the church and
community and how they can encourage all with
the singing. The
smaller groups are Mount Ensemble Male Voice,
Gospel Quintet, Canticles, Michaels Children's
Home, 316, Breakthrough Band NLAG and Octet
Cantabile. As
the first album "Ancient of Days" released
a year ago, received encouraging response,
Classic Hymns thought it appropriate that
the second should be brought out and keep
the enthusiasm alive. The Album has 15 hymns
with some old time favourites like "Showers
of blessing", "Great is thy faithfulness"
sung by a Mass Choir of 300 well trained voices.
8 hymns were sung by the Mass choir and 7
hymns had a fine variation and sung as an
Acappalla or set to contemporary music and
were sung by the smaller groups.
Hymns written about over 100 years ago have
deep value and can speak to a person from
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Dedication
of a hymn on October 2nd, 2009 |
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Dedication
of one hymn on 2nd Oct to the Nation - Of the 8
Mass Choir Hymns another of Mahatma
Gandhi's favourite
hymn "Lead kindly Light"
features in the album. As 2nd Oct was Gandhi
Jayanthi we thought it fitting to dedicate this
hymn to the Nation. By having a ragpicker from the
Koduingayur area( North Chennai- India) release
the CD/DVD( see pictures ), Classic Hymns shares
the hope of Light to the less privileged living
in gloom and darkness that they can move "from
darkness to Light".
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| Making
of Classic Hymns 2 |
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Choir Groups |
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| Gospel
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| Michael's
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| Canticles |
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| 316 |
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| Breakthrough
band - NLAG |
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| Octet
Cantable |
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Release
of Ancient of Days |
The
first album of Classic Hymns “Ancient
of Days” both CD and DVD was
released in Dec 08. Mrs Jennifer Arul Managing Editor/Chief
Operations Officer NDTV Hindu, Rev Fr. Jegath Gaspar
Raj Managing Director of Good Will communication
and former Bishop of CSI Madras Diocese, Bishop
Sundar Clarke, were among the guest of honor at
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| Making
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| "Classic Hymns 250 voice Orchestra backed Hymns" |
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Mass Choir - Audio Recording |
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Classic Hymns Bangalore Project |
The Lord was gracious to have us complete the first time attempt recording in 2 languages ( English & Kannada).
In a way it's a record of sorts as over 30 videos were recorded in 2 days.
Appreciate all choir leaders and choristers for their commitment. |
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Spirit of Oneness |
The planning started in early May and the choristers from 12 Church groups coming and singing together as one was a blessing to all. It was a first time experience for most choirs and it was touching to see the Spirit of Oneness. Many new talents were spotted
Glad that the choir leaders were leading from front and the commitment of choristers was very encouraging. |
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Spirit of Oneness |
The Lord was gracious to have us complete the first time attempt recording in 2 languages ( English & Kannada).
In a way it's a record of sorts as over 30 videos were recorded in 2 days.
Appreciate all choir leaders and choristers for their commitment. |
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Our God Reigns |
Last Oct (2021 ) received an email from Lenny Smith of popular " Our God Reigns" He has been watching Classic Hymns You Tube Channel and requested if the Classic Hymns Mass Choir would sing this hymn. Assured him that it will be an honour and will do when a Mass Choir assembles next. Augustine Paul wrote the music with harmony , one for the choirs , the Piano and for strings. The 225 voice Mass Choir singing sounded very annointed . |
125 Voice Kannada Mass Choir |
5 choir groups were part of the 125 voice Mass Choir in Kannada (including a chorister group from Udupi). Among the hymns is
"Lead Kindly Light" ( in Kannada ) a favourite of Mahatma Gandhi |
Hospitality of Andrews Church |
The hospitality and warmth from St Andrews Church led by The Pastor and Church Committee was truly a blessed experience
Thanks to all for upholding in prayer.
Venue :
# St Andrews Church
# St Marks
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Kannada Mass Choir & Small Groups |
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