The God of harvest praise - Italian hymn

The words for this hymn were written by James Montgomery.  He was born in Ayrshire, Scotland, the son of missionaries. He spent most of his working life as a journalist and editor of
local newspaper 'The Sheffield Iris.'  Montgomery is best known for his hymns and poems; but he was also associated with social reform movements, such as campaigns to end slavery and prevent children from working as chimney sweeps. His outspoken views led to two prison sentences.

The tune, variously known as 'Italy' or 'Italian hymn' is found in the collection of psalms and hymns sung at the Chapel of the Lock Hospital, published in 1792 by Martin Madan and Charles
Lockhart.

This popular harvest festival hymn appears in many hymn books; this is a simple arrangement of melody and chords, with the chord-based musician in mind.

Key: G major

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