from Hymncharts arranger Don Chapman:
This top twenty hymn has been a cornerstone of Christian worship for centuries, and for good reason – its lyrics are as powerful and relevant today as they were when Robert Robinson penned them in 1758. I last arranged it way back in 2002 and felt it was time for a modern update!
“Come Thou Fount” makes an excellent call to worship. Starting your service by inviting the Lord to join us sets a powerful tone. The opening line, “Come, Thou Fount of every blessing, tune my heart to sing Thy grace,” immediately focuses the congregation on God’s presence and our need for His grace.
While it’s common to start worship sets with upbeat songs, beginning with a slower tempo can be equally effective if used on occasion. This arrangement starts gently but gradually builds in intensity, reaching a powerful crescendo by the final verse. It serves as a spiritual warm-up for your congregation, preparing their hearts for worship.
Regarding the key, I’ve recorded this in D major, which will make tenor worship leaders happy! However, consider using it a step lower in C major, especially for early Sunday morning services. The lower key will help warm up your congregation’s voices and your own, making those higher songs in the rest of your set easier to sing.
After “Come Thou Fount,” you’ll want to maintain the worship momentum. Consider following it with popular upbeat songs like Wickham’s Great Things or Passion’s Even So Come.
Discover more worship planning ideas for Come Thou Fount at Worshiphymns.com.
As with all my arrangements, this one comes complete with sheet music, chord charts in every key, and high-quality multitracks. Your Hymncharts or Worshiphymns subscription allows you to make unlimited copies for your team.
I look forward to hearing how you incorporate this arrangement into your services. Whether you’re leading worship with a full band or solo with an acoustic guitar, this timeless hymn has the power to tune hearts to God’s grace. Let’s join together in raising our Ebenezers!
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