Christian music genres

thumb|'s Man Singing Hymn (1884) A hymn is a type of song, and partially synonymous with devotional song, specifically written for the purpose of adoration or prayer, and typically addressed to a deity or deities, or to a prominent figure or personification. The word hymn derives from Greek (hymnos), which means "a song of praise". A writer of hymns is known as a hymnist. The singing or composition of hymns is called hymnody. Collections of hymns are known as hymnals or hymn books. Hymns may or may not include instrumental accompaniment. Polyhymnia is the Greek goddess of hymns.

genre of music emphasizing Christian lyrics

Christian music written for performance in church

music in the tradition of the Byzantine Empire

genre of modern popular music lyrically focused on matters concerned with the Christian faith

joyful song that celebrates a seasonal Christian festive, most often Christmas but also the coming of Easter and Easter, appeared an accompaniment to medieval carole dance

tradition of sacred choral music, originating in New England in the 18th century and carried on in the Southern U.S., using tunebooks printed in shape notes

musical notation for group singing