377. Come, ye thankful people, come
Henry Alford, 1810-71
A popular and widely used hymn at harvest festivals, especially in England. It was first published under the title “After Harvest,” in 1844. In 1867, it was revised by the author, the form here being this revised version.
For comments on Henry Alford see [Hymn 152].
MUSIC. ST. GEORGE’S WINDSOR has long been associated with these words, to which it is well suited in every way. Originally, however, the tune was set to the hymn “Hark! the song of jubilee.”
For comments on the composer, George J. Elvey, see [Hymn 118].
378. To Thee, O Lord, our hearts we raise
William Chatterdon Dix, 1837-98
A popular thanksgiving hymn, written in the author’s most facile and musical style. The hymn was published in St. Raphael’s Hymns for the Service of the Church, Bristol, 1864.
For comments on the author, William Chatterdon Dix, see [Hymn 78].