Choral evensong in honour of Samuel Wesley

It is the bi-centenary of the birth of Samuel Sebastion Wesley the grandson of Charles Wesley, brother of John. Samuel was one of the greatest 19th century composers of church music and a pioneer at retriveing the reputation of the musical standards of the Church of England

One of our local Anglican churches, St Agustines of Hippo, held a choral evensong in his honour and did him proud. They included a couple of grandfather's Charles's hymns and it was fascinating to hear O thou who camest from above sung by a well rehearsed choir.

It made a pleasant change but I think the chanting and sung prayers could, over time, prove too much for my non-conformity. Nevertheless, thanks to our friends at St Agustines for some some wonderful music and a refreshing and restful hour.