Most are free-to-use (ie public domain or copyright-free), so the words can be copied and sung to at least one tune with no concerns about copyright or performance licensing. Many such hymns are old/traditional - but where possible a variety of styles / genres are included.
A small selection of hymns that are still copyright but particular suitable may also be included.
About St David
David was born in Wales and is a saint of the Celtic Church. He was a great teacher and preacher, and is often shown as a bishop with a dove his shoulder, sometimes standing on a small hillHis is buried at St David's Cathedral in Pembrokeshire, and his shrine was a popular place of pilgrimage during the Middle Ages
The flag of St David is a yellow cross on a black background. It is not included in the Union Jack, which is the flag of the United Kingdom.
The traditional Welsh symbols of the leek and daffodil are worn on St David’s Day (leeks by the men, and daffodils by the women)
David is also the patron saint of vegetarians.
Free-use hymns
A Mighty FortressAll Hail the Power of Jesus Name
Angel-voices ever Singing
Around the Throne of God, A Band
Bendigedig fyddo'r Iesu (Let us praise the Lord triumphant)
Christ the Fair Glory of the Holy Angels
David of the White Rock
Guide me, O thou great Redeemer / Jehovah
Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau (Land of My Fathers)
Lord God to Thee we Give all Praise
O Great Saint David
Stars of the Morning so Gloriously Bright
Thee, O Christ, the Father’s Splendour
We Praise Thy Name all-holy God
Ye Holy Angels Bright
Hymns that may still be copyright
Angels of God you see the Father’s Face - Stanbrook AbbeyChrist the Lord of Hosts Unshaken - Peter Prange (1972- )
Ring out the Bells for St David (ref)
Saint David's Day Anthem Dydd Gwyl Dewi - video
I would suggest "Calon lân" which is the hymn sung at Welsh rugby matches. This may devalue it in the eyes of some, but it is a true hymn and most suitable for Lent which is where this feast often falls. Calon lân means "a pure heart".
ReplyDeleteIt is well out of copyright. Words (Welsh, English and even phonetic), music and videos are easily available on the internet.