: Choirs should maintain a solemn, reverent, and expressive tone.
: A steady tempo and firm rhythm are recommended to help congregational unity during singing. Ill sing a hymn to Mary the Mother of my God
: Keep dynamics balanced to preserve the hymn's dignity. : Choirs should maintain a solemn, reverent, and
: Traditional poetic titles for her purity and beauty. : Choirs should maintain a solemn
: Composed by English organist Henri Friedrich Hemy (1818–1888). This is the most common tune used in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
: The hymn serves as a "spiritual fight song," particularly with the recurring line, "When wicked men blaspheme thee, I'll love and bless thy name," which emphasizes defending Mary's honor against heresy or spiritual blindness. Musical Settings The hymn is most commonly set to the following tunes: