First, although not specifically about the Bible and music, music in Christian worship is a major focus in this upcoming event, a four day virtual revival that begins July 27th<\/a>. Very Rev. Kim Coleman writes about this retreat, \u201cHistory buffs will enjoy learning about the original Lift Every Voice and Sing: A Collection of African American Spirituals and Other Songs<\/em><\/a>\u00a0that is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year and was the precursor to the\u00a0Lift Every Voice and Sing II<\/em>\u00a0hymnal many Episcopal parishes have in our pews,\u201d she said. \u201cOthers will enjoy the afternoon seminars, guided breakout sessions, affinity group gatherings, and empowering evening worship with highly acclaimed preachers and robust music.\u00a0There will be special programming each day for children and youth. We conclude the evening with singing and dance experiences that will make you think you have left the virtual platform.\u201d<\/p>\n Next, let me share some things that I\u2019ve come across recently. First, there is now a YouTube channel dedicated to\u00a0ancient Hebrew love poetry set to music<\/a> (HT Jim Davila<\/a>). Here is the Song of Songs as you\u2019ve never heard it before, performed by Hadar Nehemya:<\/p>\n