Hymn Sing was a Canadian television series taped in Winnipeg, Manitoba, for CBC Television.[1] The program featured hymns, spirituals and inspirational music sung by a sixteen member choir.[2] The series was broadcast nationally on Sunday afternoons from October 3, 1965 to May 1995.
| Hymn Sing | |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Canada |
| No. of seasons | 30 |
| Production | |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Original release | |
| Network | CBC Television |
| Release | October 3, 1965 – May 1995 |
The show's musical directors were Eric Wild (from 1965 to 1978) and Winnifred Sim (1978–1995).[3]
Reception edit
Hymn Sing was originally scheduled for a 13-week run, but due to overwhelming popularity, it grew into a 30-year series. Hymn Sing was viewed by more than 3 million Canadians per week, and at times, had better ratings that Hockey Night in Canada. Hymn Sing eventually became CBC's second longest running show, after Front Page Challenge.[3] Performers recount receiving fan mail and gifts from viewers.[3]
Reunion edit
Hymn Sing alumni hosted a three-day reunion event in August 2018 in Winnipeg. The event ended with a 90 minute celebratory concert at Bethel Mennonite Church, which featured over 70 former Hymn Sing performers.[2] John Nelson, a show performer from 1968 to 1974, said of the event "This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, as many of us are now in our 60s, or even mid-70s, it's also our opportunity to thank our fans, and bring a sense of closure… that we never really had until now."[3] The concert paid homage to various important members of the Hymn Sing team, including musical director Winnifred Sim and pianist Mitch Parks.[3]
References edit
- ^ "Hymn Sing alumni looking for people to join chorus for reunion in Winnipeg". CBC News. 2018-05-06. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ^ a b Birnie, Sheldon (2018-08-30). "A celebration of song- Hymn Sing reunion reunites former choir members". The Winnipeg Free Press. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ^ a b c d e Harris, Holly (2018-08-25). "Hymn Sing reunion revives television magic- Former CBC show made beautiful music for three decades". The Winnipeg Free Press. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
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