So inspirational and spiritually uplifting. The Reformation Hymn of faith in the words of Martin Luther,, triumphant over all opposition and odds, woven around John Bunyan's writings. Faith stimulating. Thanks be to God for Ray Steadman Allen's gift .
I remember hearing this masterpiece when it appeared, the composers greatest achievement to my ears. Warlike passages contrasted with thoughtful and beautiful interludes such as a mighty fortress is our god. A holy war indeed. The final declaration confirms that mighty fortress! Beautifully played by the ISB.
So inspirational and spiritually uplifting.
The Reformation Hymn of faith in the words of Martin Luther,, triumphant over all opposition and odds, woven around John Bunyan's writings. Faith stimulating.
Thanks be to God for Ray Steadman Allen's
gift .
Bernard Adams was THE MAN!
I remember hearing this masterpiece when it appeared, the composers greatest achievement to my ears. Warlike passages contrasted with thoughtful and beautiful interludes such as a mighty fortress is our god. A holy war indeed. The final declaration confirms that mighty fortress! Beautifully played by the ISB.
I was there (aged 16) in a seat next to the organ loft directly above the band! This was the Salvation Army Centenary Festival.
More than a masterpiece, a monument