The Rev John Bell has done a fine job in using many traditional Scottish folk tunes for his superb hymns. He was instrumental in producing an excellent New hymn book for the Church of Scotland which has become very popular and is not 'happy-clappy'. I suspected that this was one of his efforts and was pleased when this was confirmed.
The question arose when my daughter heard a hymn sung to her favourite song from childhod ( for the same reason that greyduster gave). It drifted from the open windows of the little RC church next to her house and she rang me to ask about it.
Thanks to GN I've been able to pass on your answers to her and for that we thank you.
Good Morning Friday 19th April 2024