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"America the Beautiful" is a patriotic American song. Its lyrics were written by Katharine Lee Bates and its music was composed by church organist and choirmaster Samuel A. Ward at Grace Episcopal Church in Newark, New Jersey. The two never met. Bates wrote the words as a poem, originally entitled "Pikes Peak".
Words by Katharine Lee Bates Poem. beautiful for halcyon skies, For amber waves of grain, For purple mountain majesties Above the enameled plain! America! America! God shed His grace on thee, Till souls wax fair as earth and air And music-hearted sea!
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Jul 2, 2021 · Learn the story behind the song "America the Beautiful" then print a free poster of the lyrics and original poem by Katharine Bates.
Authoritative information about the hymn text America the Beautiful, with lyrics, PDF files, printable scores, MIDI files, audio recordings, piano resources, and products for worship planners.
Nov 5, 2020 · “America the Beautiful” isn’t the United States’s national anthem (that honor goes to “The Star-Spangled Banner”), but it’s arguably just as well loved. The song promotes the idea of a bountiful country with spacious skies, amber waves of grain, purple mountains majesty, and a fruited plain.
America the Beautiful Lyrics: Oh beautiful, for heroes proved / In liberating strife / Who more than self, our country loved / And mercy more than life / America, America, may God thy gold...
On this page you’ll find the lyrics of the song and a printable PDF file with lyrics for free download. We’ll also explore the history and meaning behind this beautiful song. Three music videos are also available, two sing-along covers and an orchestral recording. Enjoy!
