The lyrics to the above song were written by my sister, Lucy Lee JONES (one of the two Joneses in the blog post title) and I (the other Jones) wrote the music. Lucy has already written several other lyrics that I’m working on setting to music. This coming Sunday, my choir at Lakewood and Trinity UCC, will be doing it as a unison anthem. The choir at the church Lucy attends in Kona, Hawaii will hopefully also be doing it soon. Lucy is a retired UMC pastor and also a retired pyschology professor.
Your can hear a recording of the tune at https://soundcloud.com/hilton-kean-jones/lift-your-hearts-new-mix. It’s sung by William Scull (scullsound@aol.com). Bill did a terrific job. This is the second tune of mine he’s recorded. I’m very appreciative of his work. I recommend him highly to anyone who needs demos of their music!
That’s me on the accompaniment. Yes, I do love country music. Where I was born (pronounced “barn”) and raised, the southern tip of Illinois where it meets Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri, Johnny Cash was “pop” music.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful insight into the creative process behind the song. Lucy Lee Jones and yourself make a dynamic duo, combining lyrical and musical talents. The recording on SoundCloud is truly delightful, and William Scull’s rendition captures the spirit of the song beautifully. It’s inspiring to see the collaborative efforts and the reach your music is gaining across choirs. Best wishes for the upcoming performance at Lakewood and Trinity UCC, as well as the one in Kona, Hawaii. And by the way, your affection for country music shines through in the accompaniment – a heartfelt connection to your roots!🎉
Thanks for listening and your very kind comment!
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