Great Sacred Music: Praise to the Lord

(Thursday 11th September 2025)

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A sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Lift up your heads – John Bell
Hymn: Praise to the Lord 
Jesu, priceless treasure – J S Bach
Once he came in blessing – Charles Wood
A spotless rose – Becky McGlade
Hymn: Now thank we all our God
Christ the Lord is risen again! – John Rutter

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

With thanks to the donors of the Spirit of St Martin’s Campaign for supporting this season of Great Sacred Music.

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