Like a River Glorious

This is a traditional hymn setting with the words written by lyricist Fances R. Havergal in 1876 as she reflected on the source of her perfect peace after an illness that same year. It was based on the scripture Isaiah 66:12, “…I will extend peace to her like a river…” and also Isaiah 26:3, “…You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.”

The tune, entitled, “Wye Valley” was written by James Mountain, an English minister who pastored a church in Great Marlow, Buckinghamshire.

Music Notes:

This should be done in a very legato style, except where otherwise noted in the music.

Instrumentation: 4 Trumpets, 4 Horns, 4 Trombones, 1 Tuba