![]() ![]() The glory of the Cross, a theme of the refrain, is a common metaphor of Romantic-era hymnody. Indeed, it was Doane who wrote the music and then gave it to Fanny Crosby to add the text-a practice that was not uncommon in their relationship. Allen, at least two of whom were famous writers of gospel song tunes. This hymn first appeared in the collection Bright Jewels (1869), compiled by Bradbury, Doane, W.F. British hymnals identify her as Frances Van Alstyne, her married name. She married blind musician Alexander Van Alstyne. Crosby composed under a number of pen names. Fanny Crosby’s (1820-1915) texts were set to the compositions of some of the most prominent gospel song composers of the day including William Bradbury, William Doane, and Ira Sankey.
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