# Glory to God Hymnal > Digital Presbyterian hymnal with search, recordings, and multiple score versions. (iPhone/iPad app by Christian Classics Ethereal Library.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glory-to-god-hymnal/id677359265 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Christian Classics Ethereal Library](https://appshunter.io/developer/291851440) - Category: Books, Music - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.50/5 from 62 App Store ratings · 37 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.4 · 26 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-10-18 - Data updated: 2026-08-31 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glory-to-god-hymnal/id677359265/reviews.md ## What is Glory to God Hymnal? Glory to God is an iPad edition of the Presbyterian hymnal Glory to God, with razor-sharp music, powerful search capabilities, sample piano recordings of hymns, interesting information about hymns and their authors, and the ability to access several different versions of hymns including pew, accompaniment, large print, projection, lead sheet, and instrumental (strings, brass, and woodwinds). This free app includes the pew version of all 235 of the public domain hymns in Glory to God including favorites such as “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling,” “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” and “Take My Life and Let It Be.” You can add various editions of the hymnal, which include copyrighted as well as public domain hymns, with in-app purchases: • Pew $19.99 • Large Print $24.99 • Accompaniment $49.99 • Accompaniment with FlexScores $99.99 • Alto Sax Edition, $24.99 • Bass Edition, $24.99 • Bassoon Edition, $24.99 • Cello Edition, $24.99 • Clarinet Edition, $24.99 • Flute Edition, $24.99 • Horn Edition, $24.99 • Oboe Edition, $24.99 • Tenor Sax Edition, $24.99 • Trombone Edition, $24.99 • Trumpet Edition, $24.99 • Tuba Edition, $24.99 • Viola Edition, $24.99 • Violin Edition, $24.99 For each hymn there is a page of information that may include a description of the hymn, a brief biography of the author or composer, and information for worship leaders such as performance suggestions and available arrangements. A brief audio clip is also available. The search box allows you to search for hymns by first line, author, composer, topic, or scripture passages quoted or alluded to. You can also jump immediately to a hymn by number. The Accompaniment with FlexScores edition includes everything in the other editions and adds our revolutionary FlexScores for most of the hymns. These include large print, lead sheet, projection, and instrumental versions. Users are able to adjust the music and text size of the scores and transpose them. The versions offered for FlexScores include accompaniment, pew, lead sheet, projection, violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, alto saxophone, soprano or tenor saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, and tuba. For the instrumental versions, the music is transposed into an appropriate range and displayed in an appropriate clef for the instrument. The projection version enables you to connect the iPad to a projector and project hymns onto a screen. A network connection is required to play audio samples and view FlexScores. Note that while editions (such as the Pew Edition or Accompaniment with FlexScores Edition) of the hymnal can be transferred to other devices, individual FlexScores -- both the $1.99 and $9.99 versions -- cannot be transferred to other devices. ## Key features - Razor-sharp music scores - Powerful search capabilities - Sample piano recordings - Hymn and author information - Multiple hymn versions (pew, accompaniment, instrumental, projection) - Adjustable music and text size - Transpose music ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Pew Edition | $19.99 | one-time | | Accompaniment Edition Hymnal | $49.99 | one-time | | Accompaniment Edition with FlexScores | $99.99 | one-time | | Large Print Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | FlexScore | $2.99 | one-time | | Hymn FlexScore Pack | $11.99 | one-time | | Horn Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | Violin Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | Clarinet Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | Flute Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | Trumpet Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | Viola Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | Bass Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | Cello Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | Trombone Edition | $24.99 | one-time | | Alto Sax Edition | $24.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 37) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glory-to-god-hymnal/id677359265/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Disappointing *2025-01-12, version 3.5.5* The applications fails in several ways. Worst is that the publisher offers no support and fails to make contact for any support when issues arise. Selections fade out unpredictably when playback is launched. Sections of hymns jump or cut unpredictably. Page turns are unreliable. Requests for support go unanswered. ### 2/5 — Printing *2024-02-27, version 3.5.2* I paid for the pew and accompaniment editions. Why can I not print a hymn?? I’m at home and need to print a page before I’m back at church (where we have the pew, accompaniment and large print hymnals), but I can’t do it. Am I missing something after paying so much?? ### 4/5 — Exactly what I wanted *2022-09-27, version 3.2.2* This is exactly what I wanted for my personal devotion at a great price. I wonder if it might be worth adding an option to buy a full midi file from inside the app? Thanks for the hard work. ### 3/5 — Good, but needs work. *2021-08-08, version 2.8.3* I like this because I am always needing a hymnal to plan on the go. But, as an organist, this is not music performer friendly. There needs to be a way to incorporate two page hymns for playing. Other than that,I love this. I look forward to using it for Sunday services! ### 5/5 — One verse per page doesn’t work in update - UPDATED *2021-03-28, version 2.7.0* The latest update to the app still shows the option to view one verse per page, but the button is grayed out and can not be turned on. Specifically, I was trying with FlexScore Projection (melody) but I tried it with other views as well and it does not work with any of them. UPDATE: The rollout of the updated app was really rough, but they have been very attentive to fixing all the problems. I appreciate them addressing all the issues. ### 1/5 — Do not purchase this app *2020-12-03, version 2.2.1* I do not even give it one star. No longer able to listen to the tunes or even see the hymns since the last update. Even public domain hymns are said to be copyrighted. Was once an invaluable tool, now a waste of money spent. Says needs network connection although connected to internet. There is not a place to “connect” on the app to clear this message. So very disappointed in what was once a great app for helping learn new hymns. ### 1/5 — Suddenly the hymnal is not opening correctly *2020-11-05, version 2.1.1* After the last update on November 2, 2020, suddenly the hymnal is no longer working! All I see is just a blank search box on the purple field. It appears that somehow Hynnary.org has lost my subscription. This is really a big problem. ### 3/5 — Updated Review *2020-11-03, version 2.1.1* Several items that were poorly conceived in the last major update were fixed — for instance not being able to view one verse at a time. The intuitiveness of the app is still an issue. Opening every time to the search screen is tiresome. I wish it opened to my last opened page, as it previously did. They also brought back the 10-key input for hymn numbers—why it was taken away is a wonder. Thank you to the developers who responded quickly to fix the the new fixes. I’m still not entirely clear on why the major update was necessary. In any case, the app is once again useful for quickly pick hymns (and hear the tunes for those of us less musically educated pastors). ### 4/5 — Welcome, and unwelcome changes *2020-10-08, version 2.0.1* I have used this app every week I have led worship as a Presbyterian pastor. Overall, it’s been positive and very useful. I’m glad they have modernized the app with this latest update. It definitely needed it. Double tap for full screen is good. App feels more responsive overall. but who decided to hide often used features of the app (like search and set list) behind a menu button, requiring one additional tap to access when there is so much space along the top? That’s a crazy decision that favors useless space over function. I find moving between editions, with features like transposition and being able to choose verses (which are great), to be significantly less friendly as apparently choosing a smaller fonts and more restricted space was chosen over larger and more expansive. I find this to be true for all the buttons and menus. I hope that these get fixed or adjusted in updates. ### 1/5 — Worthless for accompaniment *2020-09-27, version 1.4.1* Many hymns are spread across two pages. With no way to view both pages at the same time, this app is worthless. Why would you even sell the Accompaniment edition when it can’t be used for accompaniment. Mind boggling. ## Frequently asked questions about Glory to God Hymnal ### What is Glory to God Hymnal? Glory to God Hymnal is an iPad application that provides a digital edition of the Presbyterian hymnal. It offers clear musical scores, powerful search functions, sample audio recordings, and detailed information about hymns and their authors. The app allows access to various hymn versions, including pew, accompaniment, instrumental, and projection formats. ### What are the key features of this app? Key features include razor-sharp music scores, powerful search by first line, author, composer, topic, or scripture, sample piano recordings, and detailed hymn information. It also offers multiple hymn versions like pew, accompaniment, large print, projection, and various instrumental arrangements. Users can adjust music and text size and transpose scores. ### How much does the Glory to God Hymnal app cost? The app itself is free and includes all 235 public domain hymns in the pew version. Additional editions, such as Large Print, Accompaniment, and various instrumental versions, can be purchased through in-app purchases, with prices ranging from $19.99 to $99.99. ### What devices is Glory to God Hymnal compatible with? The application is specifically designed as an iPad edition. While editions of the hymnal can be transferred to other devices, individual FlexScores cannot be transferred. ### How can I use this app for worship services? The app is useful for worship services through its projection version, which allows hymns to be displayed on a screen via a projector. The ability to adjust text size and transpose music also aids in adapting hymns for congregational singing or instrumental accompaniment. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.5.5 — 2024-07-25 * Fix unable to purchase individual FlexScores when missing music preview * Add access to side menu from home screen * Fix typing overwrites previous search on some systems ### 3.5.4 — 2024-03-26 * Fix possible pedal error ### 3.5.3 — 2024-03-18 - Fix Easter lectionary days ### 3.5.2 — 2023-05-03 - Fix minor performance improvements ### 3.5.0 — 2023-02-20 - Add support autoswap between single page/two page modes - Add optionally reduce page turn animation - Add resize landscape two page mode to show full page ## Apps similar to Glory to God Hymnal | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Hymns Mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hymns-mobile/id1510007574) | 4.9 (88) | Free | Books | | [Hymns: Hymn Book](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hymns-hymn-book/id6758252654) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Books | | [Grace Songs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grace-songs/id6444182042) | 4.9 (147) | Free | Books | | [Believers Hymn Book Plus](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/believers-hymn-book-plus/id570343687) | 4.7 (15) | Free | Books | | [Baptist Hymnal - Complete](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baptist-hymnal-complete/id6443568995) | 3.7 (3) | Free | Books | | [Favorite Hymns / Hymnals](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/favorite-hymns-hymnals/id874152770) | — | Free | Books | ## More apps by Christian Classics Ethereal Library - [CCEL Devotional Bible](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ccel-devotional-bible/id302272117) - [Glory to God Ecumenical Hymnal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glory-to-god-ecumenical-hymnal/id796668542) - [Lift Up Your Hearts Hymnal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lift-up-your-hearts-hymnal/id876555771) - [The United Methodist Hymnal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-united-methodist-hymnal/id1047720885) - [My.Hymnary](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myhymnary/id1632094986) All apps by Christian Classics Ethereal Library: https://appshunter.io/developer/291851440 ## Related topics [hymnary](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hymnary) · [church song book](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/church-song-book) · [hymnal trinity](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hymnal-trinity) · [presbyterian hymn](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/presbyterian-hymn) · [presbyterian hymns](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/presbyterian-hymns) · [hymnal pentecostal](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hymnal-pentecostal) · [baptist hymnal yoruba](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/baptist-hymnal-yoruba) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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