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HAPPY 4TH OF JULY – GOD BLESS THE USA – US SOLDIERS VERSION – LEE GREENWOOD

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HAPPY 4TH OF JULY – GOD BLESS THE USA

HOW GREAT THOU ART – KATHERINE JENKINS

HOW GREAT THOU ART is a well-known CHRISTIAN hymn originally based on a Swedish poem titled O STORE GUD, written in 1885 by CARL BOBERG.

The hymn expresses awe and reverence for GOD’s CREATION and MAJESTY. 

ORIGIN & TRANSLATION

ORIGINAL AUTHOR: CARL BOBERG

ORIGINAL LANGUAGE: Swedish

FIRST PUBLISHED: 1886

ENGLISH TRANSLATION: STUART K. HINE (1949)

POPULARITY & IMPACT

The hymn gained popularity through performances by artists like GEORGE BEVERLY SHEA and CLIFF BARROWS during BILLY GRAHAM’s crusades.

It has been voted as one of the favorite hymns in various polls, including a notable ranking by BBC’s SONGS of PRAISE.

Over 1,700 recordings exist, showcasing its widespread appeal across different CULTURES and GENERATIONS.

NOTABLE PERFORMANCES

ELVIS PRESLEY’s rendition significantly contributed to the hymn’s revival in Sweden.

It has been featured in major television programs and films, highlighting its CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE.

PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS

KATHERINE JENKINS performed How Great Thou Art in a special setting at WHITE SANDS in PEMBROKESHIRE, which was aired on BBC ONE on May 24, 2020.

This hymn is one of the UK’s favorites and showcases KATHERINE JENKINS’ powerful vocal delivery, making it a significant piece in her repertoire.