Are there any songs about Easter?

25 Best Easter Songs to Play at Your Family Celebration

• “Evidence” by Josh Baldwin. Terry WyattGetty Images.
• Jesus Christ Superstar Soundtrack.
• “I Can Only Imagine” by MercyMe.
• “Say Yes” By Michelle Williams.
• “He’s Alive” by Dolly Parton.
• “Easter” by Patti Smith.
• “Love Broke Thru” by TobyMac.
• “How Great Thou Art” by Johnny Cash.

What music is played on Good Friday?

Bach’s St. John Passion is the earlier of the two Easter story settings of his that have survived. It was composed in 1724 for the Good Friday Vespers service that year, setting Chapters 18 and 19 of John’s accounts of the crucifixion to music.

What classical music is played at Easter?

1: Handel: Messiah Handel’s Messiah is a mainstay of choral society singing, one of the best classical music pieces for Easter, and one of most enduring choral works of all time.

What music is played on Easter Sunday?

Messiah – Handel Although we know this piece from its iconic ‘Hallelujah’ chorus, there is so much more to this essential piece of Easter music. Since its premiere in 1742, it has been performed by choirs across the world every year since at least 1745.

What hymns are sung on Good Friday?

Good Friday Easter Hymns

• Great Is Thy FaithfullnessChristian Hymns, Instrumental Christian Songs, Christian Piano Music.
• To God Be The GloryChristian Hymns, Instrumental Christian Songs, Christian Piano Music.
• Amazing GraceChristian Hymns, Instrumental Christian Songs, Christian Piano Music.

Who wrote Good Friday music?

The dramatic story of Jesus’ final days, as related in the four Gospels of the New Testament, has been meaningful for composers, too, and a rich source for many musical settings of the Passion story. J.S. Bach is still the benchmark when it comes to composing Passions. His St.