sought-after ! 1892 Gospel Hymns Nos. 5 & 6 Combined Antique Hymnal Bigelow & Main

This rare Excelsior Edition of Gospel Hymns Nos. 5 and 6 Combined was published in 1892 by The Bigelow & Main Co. and The John Church Co., both premier music publishers of 19th-century sacred songbooks. This compilation includes dozens of iconic hymns and gospel songs with full sheet music, arranged for choirs and congregations during America's fabulous revivalist movement. Condition: Fair Pages Intact, binding is separated. Works by Ira D. Sankey, James McGranahan, A.J. Abbey, and others️ This hymnal represents the height of American gospel revivalism in the late 19th century. Used in churches, tent meetings, and missions across the country, this book captures the emotional and evangelical fervor of the post-Civil War Christian awakening. Its music shaped entire generations of worship and remains a vital part of American hymnody. Whether you're a collector, musician, or historian of American Christianity, this piece is a rich source of spiritual and cultural heritage.