OH, TO SEE THE DAWN

Composer: Keith Getty

Keith Getty (b. December 16, 1974) is a world-renowned modern hymn writer. Keith developed a passion for writing good songs for the church in his twenties, and began writing for his small Baptist church. He writes and performs with his wife, Kristyn and they regularly tour the United States and the United Kingdom. (Also known as Julian Keith Getty) Laura de Jong Go to person page >

Composer: Stuart Townend

Stuart Townend (b. 1963) grew up in West Yorkshire, England, the youngest son of an Anglican vicar. He started learning piano at a young age, and began writing music at age 22. He has produced albums for Keith Routledge and Vinesong, among many others, and has also released eight solo albums to date. Some of his better-known songs include “How Deep the Father’s Love,” “The King of Love,” and “The Power of the Cross.” He continues to work closely with friends Keith and Kristyn Getty, and is currently a worship leader in Church of Christ the King in Brighton, where he lives with wife Caroline, and children Joseph, Emma and Eden. Laura de Jong Go to person page >

Arranger: Charles Willis

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Tune Information

Title: OH, TO SEE THE DAWN
Composer: Keith Getty
Composer: Stuart Townend
Arranger: Charles Willis
Meter: 10.8.10.6 with refrain
Incipit: 12233 34455 65451
Key: C Major/D Major
Copyright: © 2005 ThankYou Music (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing)

Timeline

Arrangements

Organ Solo

  • My Hope Is Found: The Modern Hymns of Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, and Stuart Townend for Organ
    Composer/Editor Jason D. Payne
    Published By: Lorenz Publishing Company (2021) pp. 24
  • Foundation!: Hymns and Songs of Faith for Organ
    Composer/Editors Ron Sprunger; Lloyd A. Larson
    Published By: Lillenas Publishing Company (2014) pp. 26

Piano Solo

  • Piano Solos of Praise Favorites: 10 Arrangements for Preludes, Offertories and Postludes
    Composer/Editor Jan Sanborn
    Published By: Alfred Music Publishing Company, Inc. (2014) pp. 34
  • Modern Worship Hymns: 25 Songs for Today's Worshipper
    Composer/Editor Keith & Kristyn Getty
    Published By: Word Music Group, LLC (2012) pp. 124
  • Keyboard Worship & Praise Volume 4 Number 4 Easter 2011: The Best of Christian Music for Today's Church
    Composer/Editors Larry Shackley; Mark Hayes
    Published By: Lorenz Publishing Company (2011) pp. 3
  • The Very Best of Lord, Be Glorified: Arrangements for Piano
    Composer/Editor Mark Hayes
    Published By: Word Music Group, LLC (2011) pp. 52
  • Medleys for Blended Worship: 10 Contemporary Arrangements of Praise Songs with Hymns
    Composer/Editor Carol Tornquist
    Published By: Alfred Music Publishing Company, Inc. (2010) pp. 6
  • The Hymns of Keith Getty
    Composer/Editors Keith Getty; Mark Hayes
    Published By: Lorenz Publishing Company (2010) pp. 3
  • In the Power of Christ I Stand!: Hymns of Assurance for Solo Piano
    Composer/Editor Marty Parks
    Published By: Lillenas Publishing Company (2009) pp. 18
  • The Contemporary Wedding Pianist
    Composer/Editors Lloyd A. Larson; Geoff Bullock
    Published By: Hope Publishing Company (2009) pp. 36
  • Keyboard Worship & Praise Volume 1 Number 3 January February March 2008: The Best of Christian Music for Today's Church
    Composer/Editors Don Cason; Carol McMillen Tornquist
    Published By: Lorenz Publishing Company (2008) pp. 8
  • Solos for Sermons: 36 Topical Arrangements for Church Pianists
    Composer/Editor Craig Curry
    Published By: Word Music Group, LLC (2008) pp. 21
  • We Declare Your Glory: Contemporary Expressions of Praise for Solo Piano
    Composer/Editors Larry Shackley; Keith Getty; Stuart Townsend
    Published By: Lorenz Publishing Company (2008) pp. 26
  • Time to Worship: Piano Settings by Larry Shackley
    Composer/Editor Larry Shackley
    Published By: Hope Publishing Company (2005) pp. 15
  • What Praise Can I Play on Sunday? Book 2: March and April Services: 10 Easily Prepared Piano Arrangements
    Composer/Editor Carol McMillen Tornquist
    Published By: Alfred Music Publishing Company, Inc. (2005) pp. 30
  • What Praise Can I Play on Sunday? Book 2: March and April Services: 10 Easily Prepared Piano Arrangements
    Composer/Editor Carol McMillen Tornquist
    Published By: Alfred Music Publishing Company, Inc. (2005) pp. 30
  • Big Purple Book of Praise & Worship Piano Solos Volume 2
    Composer/Editors Carol McMillen Tornquist; Ken Barker
    Published By: Word Music Group, LLC (2004) pp. 66
  • I Could Sing of Your Love Forever: 15 Praise & Worship Songs
    Composer/Editor Phillip Keveren
    Published By: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation (2002) pp. 41
  • The Essential Collection for the Church Pianist: 55 Timeless Favorites & Contemporary Classics
    Composer/Editor Jane Holstein
    Published By: Hope Publishing Company (2002) pp. 91
  • Big Gold Book of Medium Difficult Piano Solos
    Composer/Editors Carol McMillen Tornquist; Ken Barker
    Published By: Word Music Group, LLC (2000) pp. 20
  • The Piano Project: 25 Years . . . . . . 25 Songs
    Composer/Editor Carol McMillen Tornquist
    Published By: Word Music Group, LLC (1998) pp. 64

Piano and Organ Duet

  • Powerful Praise: Contemporary Worship Songs for Organ and Piano
    Composer/Editors Mary McDonald; Larry Shackley
    Published By: Lorenz Publishing Company (2011) pp. 29

Instances

Instances (1 - 11 of 11)

Ancient and Modern #182

Baptist Hymnal 2008 #232

Celebrating Grace Hymnal #190

Christian Worship #423

Audio

Lift Up Your Hearts #177

Psalms and Hymns to the Living God #343

Redeeming Love #3

Rejoice Hymns #290

Singing the New Testament #105

The Christian Life Hymnal #166

Worship and Song #3085

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