Great Hymns of the Faith ‎#79

79. Softly Now the Light of Day

Text Information

• First Line: Softly now the light of day
• Title: Softly Now the Light of Day
• Author: George W. Doane, 1799-1859
• Meter: 77.77.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1968
• Topic: Hymns of Worship: Evening; Evening hymns; Psalm Adaptations
• Notes: Alternate tune: MERCY—165

Tune Information

• Name: SEYMOUR
• Composer: Carl M. von Weber, 1786-1826
• Meter: 77.77.
• Key: D Major