Abide With Me
The lyrics to Abide With Me were written as a poem in 1847 by Scottish Anglican Henry Francis Lyte. Lyte wrote the poem and set it to William Henry Monk’s hymn tune, Eventide, as he lay dying of tuberculosis.
The poem has been set to other melodies throughout its existence, but its original pairing with Monk’s tune remains its most popular and beloved setting.
In addition to its regular use in memorial services, state occasions, and festivals of remembrance, the hymn has appeared in countless film and television programmes and is still sung regularly at the start of important sports events.
Here, a setting by renowned Welsh composer Karl Jenkins ensures this popular hymn tune will remain an audience favourite for years to come.