Perhaps some of the most loved songs to hear at Easter time come from the library of time-honored, traditional music that we remember hearing in our younger years. Music and the message of music, especially songs such as these, transcend time. What a gift it is to be able to pass on our love of some of the old favorites to the younger generations. Please look and listen through the following songs that represent some of the favorite traditional Easter songs of our faith.
Arguably the most popular and powerful Easter song of all time is ‘The King Is Coming” by the Gaithers. This song has been sung by so many and touched so many lives since Bill Gaither wrote it. What a gift he gave us when he wrote this & so many other beloved songs! Other great Easter titles by him include “Because He Lives,” “It Is Finished,” and “I Believe in a Hill Called Mount Calvary.” Several of these songs are now included in the hymnal and are often sung by congregations as a whole. That can be a very sweet part of an Easter service but do not let that stop you from turning one into a solo. Songs often come across differently when sung different ways. Choose what is right for you and for your place of worship.
Hymns often provide a classic & traditional flavor to special services such as Easter and many are now available on soundtrack. Three traditional hymns that are often used at Easter include “In the Garden,” “There Is Power in the Blood” & “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross.” If you have a small group of people that you sing with sometimes, check out these arrangements of two of these hymns by the trio Selah: “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” & “There is Power in the Blood.”
Two additional Easter favorites that are more on the dramatic side are “Rise Again” by Dallas Holm and “He’s Alive” which has been sung by many different artists including Dolly Parton. These are two songs that you should definitely consider adding to your Easter repertoire if you do not already own them. Remember to search for other arrangements if these particular ones don’t suit you.
Easter is certainly a time of celebration and sometimes nothing is more moving than a classic, traditional song. We hope some of these have you helped you add to your Easter collection.
Establishing a Musical Repertoire
Establishing a Musical Repertoire – Part 1, Funerals
Establishing a Musical Repertoire – Part 2, Baby Dedication
Establishing a Musical Repertoire – Part 3, Easter
Establishing a Musical Repertoire – Part 4, Traditional Easter
Establishing a Musical Repertoire – Part 5, Inspirational Easter
Establishing a Musical Repertoire – Part 6, Contemporary Easter
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