Music

Music, in the form of hymns and worship songs, plays an important part in Christian worship.

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History of Christmas carols

Hear the choir of King's College perform Christmas carols and find out the stories behind two favourites.

Gospel music

A brief history of Gospel music with a look at some of the big names in Gospel through the decades.

Hymn-writing competition

Read about this competition, find out how to enter and hear past years' winners.

Maria Hackett - the choristers' friend

Maria Hackett, 'The Choristers' Friend', set out to change the lot of cathedral choristers at the start of the 19th Century.

Theosony: the sound of God

In this audio feature we meet singer Noírín ní Riain, during her partnership with the monks of Glenstal Abbey and her exploration into the phenomenon of 'God's sound'.

Songs of Praise

Christian music every Sunday on BBC television.

Sunday Worship

Worship and music every Sunday morning on BBC Radio 4.

Daily Service

Worship from Emmanuel Church, Manchester, every weekday on BBC radio 4 LW.

Choral Evensong (from BBC Radio 3)

Choir music every Wednesday evening on BBC Radio 3.