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Keith and Kristyn Getty

Keith & Kristyn Getty

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www.gettymusic.com
Irish composers and artists Keith & Kristyn Getty are on a mission to revive the art of hymnody for a new generation.
“We believe in creating modern hymns for two reasons,” Keith explains. “First, they can teach us our faith in a fuller way through what they sing, and secondly, we want to attempt to create a more ‘timeless’ art form—music that people of every generation can sing now, and perhaps at best, can last throughout their lifetimes—art that transcends time and generation.”
“In the Church, the purpose of singing is to express the community we have as the Body of Christ.” Kristyn adds. “To try and search for the melodic ideas and song structure that might bring more people in, that’s what we’re trying to investigate. Is there a way to bring everyone together musically?”
The simple folk melody and storytelling lyrical style of the Keith Getty and Stuart Townend-penned “In Christ Alone” has given rise to its universal appeal, the Gettys believe. “People will sing theology forever if the song takes them on a journey, and with ‘In Christ Alone,’ I wanted to write a song that would tell the whole story of the life of Christ, almost like a modern creed.”
The song is also the fitting focal point and title-cut of Keith & Kristyn’s stateside debut. Produced by Keith, along with John Andrew Schreiner (Fernando Ortega, City On A Hill), In Christ Alone features the Gettys’ renditions of 11 of their most well known hymns. From “The Power of the Cross,” another epic anthem in the United Kingdom, to the meditative prayer of illumination, “Speak, Oh Lord,” to the concert favorite, “Don’t Let Me Lose My Wonder,” the album is designed to offer an overview of the life of Christ via Keith & Kristyn’s pen and presentation.
“When we write, we should be thinking all the time of the person who puts the CD on as they head off to work on a Monday morning,” Kristyn adds. “After listening to a song like ‘Hear the Call of the Kingdom,’ how wonderful to walk into work thinking, ‘the King has called me to live for Him with the person who sits at the desk beside me.’ That excites us—people taking the words into work.”
As Keith & Kristyn Getty stand at the helm of an emerging group of new hymn writers today, it seems the Church need not fear the death of the medium in this modern age. “A pastoral friend of mine challenged me with this thought: ‘What will new generations remember when they are older if they only sing songs for two years at a time?’ He exposed the need for us to write modern hymns which are enduring, full of the unchanging riches of God and accessible to as many generations as possible."
“Our hope is not in ourselves, it’s in Christ,” Kristyn says of their purpose. “We want music for the Church to be able to lift us beyond our circumstances and become a plumb line for bringing all of our life experiences to the Truth.”

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Member Since: 5/25/2007
Band Website: gettymusic.com
Band Members: Keith Getty
Kristyn Getty

Sounds Like: Here are 25 of Keith's most popular hymns. To read the lyrics and to hear a short sample, click on the titles.

    In Christ Alone The Power of the Cross Higher Throne Speak O Lord Jesus, draw me ever nearer :See what a morning : Hear the call of the kingdom : O Church arise Beneath the cross Across the lands : My heart is filled with thankfulness : :Jesus is lord : Behold the Lamb
    (Communion Hymn) God of grace : May the peace (Benediction) :Merciful God : Jesus Your name : My hope rests firm : When trials come : Holy Spirit :One Church, one faith : Every promise : King of the ages : Joy has dawned
    (Christmas Hymn) :The Risen Christ :


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Record Label: Getty Music
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Higher Throne in TOP 5!

Higher Throne in TOP 5!December 2007 The new Radio Single from Keith and Kristyn has reached number 5 on the CRW charts. 
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Thu, 13 Dec 2007 09:13:00 PST

All Three in One Great Day!

27 November 2007Keith and Kristyn to join with Sir John Rutter and Dr. Lloyd John Ogilivie The second Forming Hearts, Creating Art conference for worship leaders is coming soon after the New Year - F...
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Fri, 30 Nov 2007 07:26:00 PST

New Video: My Heart is Filled with Thankfulness

We performed "My Heart is Filled with Thankfulness" live on Focus 4 for Cornerstone Television in Pittsburgh, PA just before Thanksgiving. Check it out! Add to My Profile...
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Tue, 27 Nov 2007 02:13:00 PST

Recent touring includes...

November 2007 A ten day trip to Dallas, Waco, Colorado Springs, Alabama and Pittsburg including an inaugral "Innovators in Christian Music" event at Baylor University and Focus on the Family Thanksgiv...
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Wed, 21 Nov 2007 02:19:00 PST

A new musical featuring the songs of Keith & Kristyn Getty and

THE RISEN CHRIST A new musical featuring the songs of Keith & Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend will be available soon! Ten, strong, theologically-rich songs by the Gettys and Townend [writers of "...
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Wed, 21 Nov 2007 02:14:00 PST

New Video: Love of God

Check out the video of a new song, written by Keith & Kristyn Getty with Stuart Townend, called "Love of God"; it is being performed by Stuart Townend and the Prom Praise Orchestra, live in the Royal ...
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Fri, 09 Nov 2007 08:03:00 PST

Keith and Kristyn Getty’s new album "In Christ Alone" can now be purchased at itunes.com

Keith and Kristyn Getty's new album "In Christ Alone" can be purchased at itunes.com
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Sat, 03 Nov 2007 08:21:00 PST

Higher Throne in TOP 10!

Higher Throne in TOP 10! 10 October 2007 Keith and Kristyn's first single, There is a Higher Throne" has reached 10 on the CRW radio charts! It's been exciting have radio embrace this first release. ....
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Sat, 03 Nov 2007 08:19:00 PST

KEITH & KRISTYN GETTY FEATURED ON MOODY 9/11 BROADCAST

KEITH & KRISTYN GETTY FEATURED ON MOODY 9/11 BROADCAST11 September 2007 CHICAGOThe music of Irish modern hymn writers Keith & Kristyn Getty was featured on Moody Broadcasting Network's "9/11...
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Sat, 03 Nov 2007 08:13:00 PST

In Christ Alone Releasing Through KOCH DISTRIBUTION

In Christ Alone, the U.S. debut recording from Irish modern hymnwriters Keith & Kristyn Getty, will be available at Christian and mainstream retail outlets nationwide August 28. The recording will...
Posted by Keith and Kristyn Getty on Sat, 03 Nov 2007 08:10:00 PST