-The Latter-Day Saints Psalmody*

b, 1915 Published by The Deseret News, Salt Lake City, UT sixth edition, Original and Selected Tunes.

Notes

"The Latter-Day Saints Psalmody," first published in 1889, is a significant hymnal in the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). It was the first official hymnal published by the LDS Church that included both music and text, reflecting the growing sophistication and organization of the church's musical worship. The psalmody contains a collection of hymns that emphasize the doctrines, beliefs, and aspirations of the LDS faith, aiming to unify and inspire its members through music. Its publication marked an important step in the development of a distinct Latter-day Saint musical tradition.

Description

Brown binding with gold tooling on front and spine, edges turned down, intact and good condition.