MUSIC – Hymns & Anthem for December 6

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This podcast episode features the hymns and anthem recorded by Dr. Dennis Keene and the Ascension Choir, featuring the Manton Memorial Organ, for the Church of the Ascension’s worship service on the Second Sunday of Advent, December 6, 2020, which took place online via Zoom.

      Hymns & Anthem - Advent II 2020 - The Church of the Ascension Choir; Dr. Dennis Keene
  1. Hymn #76 – On Jordan’s bank the Baptist’s cry (Winchester New)
  2. Hymn #56 – O come, O come, Emmanuel (Veni, veni, Emmanuel) – verses 3-4
  3. Anthem – Rejoice in the Lord Alway – Anonymous (16th Century)
  4. Hymn #75 – There’s a voice in the wilderness crying (Ascension)
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