Publisher's Synopsis
Chants, Sentences and Anthems, Sung at the Introduction and Close of Public Worship in the First Church in Roxbury (1855) is a book that contains a collection of religious hymns and songs that were sung during public worship in the First Church in Roxbury. The book was published in 1855 and serves as a historical record of the music that was performed in this church during that time period.The hymns and songs included in the book are a mix of traditional chants, sentences, and anthems that were commonly used in religious services during the mid-19th century. They were sung at the beginning and end of each service and were intended to set the tone for worship and help congregants connect with their faith.The First Church in Roxbury was a prominent religious institution in the Boston area during the 19th century and played an important role in the development of the city's religious and cultural landscape. This book provides a glimpse into the musical traditions of this church and the broader religious community in Boston during this time period.Overall, Chants, Sentences and Anthems, Sung at the Introduction and Close of Public Worship in the First Church in Roxbury (1855) is a valuable resource for scholars and historians interested in the history of American religious music and the role of music in religious worship during the mid-19th century.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.
