60 blow ye the trumpet. Piano alone. Lennox.

Poet: Charles Wesley, 1750. Meter: 6 6 6 6 with refrain added later.
This hymn utilizes the biblical image of the “year of jubilee” every 49th year when lands were to be returned to their original families. Whom does Charles Wesley invite to hear God’s trumpet call? “Ye slaves of sin and hell”! Of course!
Tune: Lennox
Lewis Edson. Born in Massachusetts,he began working as a blacksmith and farmer. After marrying, he became a singing teacher, notable in his day. He taught singing in MA NY and CN, moving to NY in 1817. He was also an author. His 35 works consist of tunebooks, anthems, Psalm music, music scores and chants for choir use.
The photo is of Saint Joseph's Church in Galveston, where Mar Stephen was ordained as an OCCA Bishop.