Christ is risen, Hallelujah
The tune, "Morganlied," was composed by Frederick Charles Maker (1844-1927). Born in Bristol, Mr Maker began his musical career as a chorister at Bristol Cathedral. Later, he taught music and became Professor of Music at Clifton College. He was organist at Milk Street Methodist Free Church, Clifton Downs Congregational Church, and Redland Park Congregational Church, holding the last post for almost 30 years.
The lyrics were written by John Samuel Bewley Monsell (1811-1875). He was born in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, and educated at Trinity College, Dublin. He became a clergyman and served parishes in Ireland and England. Rev. Monsell was responsible for rebuilding three of his churches, and died in 1875 after suffering a fall while inspecting work at St Nicolas' Church, Guildford.