21. When morning gilds the skies
19th century, Tr. E. Caswall, 1814-78
For comments on the words see [Hymn 19].
MUSIC. LAUDES DOMINI was composed by Joseph Barnby, 1838-96, an English organist and one of the most prolific hymn-tune writers of his time. He was conductor of the Royal Choral Society in London, which presented many splendid performances of the great oratorios. It is a reverent and vigorous tune, written especially for this hymn, and makes a good processional.