Ride on, Ride on in Majesty
TODAY is Palm Sunday and our hymn is Ride on, Ride on in Majesty, which is about Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem to meet the barbaric fate he knew awaited him. The … Continue readingRide on, Ride on in Majesty
Author: Margaret Ashworth
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Blue Turns to Grey
The Mighty Avengers formed in Coventry in 1962 and came under the management of Andrew Loog Oldham, who managed the Rolling Stones. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards wrote the group’s … Continue readingBlue Turns to Grey
Vivaldi’s Gloria
Antonio Vivaldi (4 March 1678 – 28 July 1741) was born in Venice. He is thought to have written two settings of Gloria in Excelsis Deo, a set of 12 movements, the words … Continue readingVivaldi’s Gloria
Children’s Favourites
ON June 12, 1960, my future husband was listening to the radio at his home in Lancashire when he heard these words: ‘And now, for Alan Ashworth of Nelson, who … Continue readingChildren’s Favourites
The Stars and Stripes Forever
This was composed on Christmas Day 1896 by John Philip Sousa (1854-1932), known as the American March King. Following an Act of Congress in 1987, it was officially adopted as … Continue readingThe Stars and Stripes Forever
Gene Pitney: Twenty-four Hours from Tulsa
This is by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. It was Pitney’s breakthrough success in Britain, reaching No 5 early in 1964. It was recorded by Dusty Springfield later the same … Continue readingGene Pitney: Twenty-four Hours from Tulsa
Just a Closer Walk with Thee
AS we are approaching Easter, and the serious and contemplative hymns of the centre of Christian faith, I thought I would treat myself (and you, I hope) to something a … Continue readingJust a Closer Walk with Thee
The Kitchen Front
THE BBC, as the state broadcaster and also the only broadcaster, played an important role during World War II. One of its contributions was The Kitchen Front, which combined information … Continue readingThe Kitchen Front
Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
THIS week’s choice, Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus, has involved me in a little detective work into a widely repeated legend. It’s been tricky as details are scarce and contradictory, … Continue readingTurn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
Dick Barton – Special Agent
WITH these words: ‘Six years of battle, murder and sudden death just spoil you completely for a nice, peaceful office job. Don’t you agree, Snowey?’ Captain Richard Barton MC, ex-wartime … Continue readingDick Barton – Special Agent