Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) composed the hymn tune DOWN AMPNEY, naming it for his birthplace where his father was vicar. I visited All Saints, Down Ampney parish nearly a decade ago. The text of this wonderful hymn is by Bianco da Siena, a 15th century Italian poet. Come down, O Love divine, seek thou this soulContinue reading “Hymns: O love divine”
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