Songs of Praise

Songs of Praise (1961- )

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Songs of Praise is a BBC Television religious programme that presents Christian hymns which first aired in October 1961. The first edition was broadcast from the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Cardiff, and the series is one of the longest-running of its kind on television anywhere in the world.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 13:15 (35 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2025-06-22Power of MusicJun 22, 2025
2025-06-15Father's DayJun 15, 2025
2025-06-08Hymns for PentecostJun 8, 2025
2025-06-01Sally Magnusson's Faith JourneyJun 1, 2025
2025-05-25Urban HopeMay 25, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Songs of Praise premiere?

Songs of Praise premiered on October 1, 1961.

Who hosted the first episode of Songs of Praise?

The first episode of Songs of Praise was hosted by Christopher Chataway.

Who composed the theme music for Songs of Praise?

The theme music for Songs of Praise was composed by Harry Gabb.

How long was each episode of Songs of Praise?

Each episode of Songs of Praise was 25 minutes long.

What was the format of each episode of Songs of Praise?

Each episode of Songs of Praise featured hymns, religious readings, and interviews with religious figures.

Who produced Songs of Praise?

Songs of Praise was produced by the BBC.

Was Songs of Praise a weekly show?

Yes, Songs of Praise was a weekly show.

Did Songs of Praise ever feature non-Christian religious music?

No, Songs of Praise only featured Christian religious music.

Were there any guest performers on Songs of Praise?

Yes, Songs of Praise featured guest performers, including the King's Singers and Aled Jones.

Were any well-known religious figures interviewed on Songs of Praise?

Yes, Songs of Praise interviewed well-known religious figures such as the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Pope.

Did Songs of Praise ever air outside of the UK?

Yes, Songs of Praise was broadcast internationally, including in Canada and Australia.

When did Songs of Praise celebrate its 10th anniversary?

Songs of Praise celebrated its 10th anniversary in 1971.

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