Tim Milner [The Epic Hymns]| Posted September 29, 2010
Tim Milner is a worship leader born and raised in eastern Canada. After receiving a double major in Pastoral and music studies at Prairie Bible College he served as a teaching Elder at a church in Nova Scotia. Now, after spending five and a half years ministering on the pastoral staff of two Churches in the New York and Philadelphia areas respectively, he has moved back to Alberta.
Singer/songwriter/recording artist/author/teacher; Tim's passion is to serve the church in North America by helping church leaders reclaim participatory, excellent, high energy, culturally relevant worship. Tim thrives leading gatherings that celebrate the greatness and goodness of God. He is also passionate about restoring true worship in the local church and leads seminars and clinics on worship and musicianship.
I have had the privilege to meet and worship with Canada's Tim Milner and he truly has a passion for praising our God. Right from the opening song on The Epic Hymns, "All Creatures of Our God and King," which is done in the same style as David Crowder*Band, Tim brings uplifting reverence and joy of worship to our King. Tim also includes new recordings of "All Hail The Power of Jesus' Name" and "O Worship The King," both similar to Chris Tomlin's versions from the Passion: Hymns Ancient and Modern album. The album also includes a nice hymn re-write of "This Is My Father's World" with Tim's wife Dorilee singing lead.
Some standout songs for me are Tim's recordings of "O For A Thousand Tongues" arranged in a very sing-able and catchy style and "A Mighty Fortress," recorded with an upbeat U2-like musical style. The album ends like it starts, with great recordings of the classic hymns "Take My Life And Let It Be" and "Draw Me Nearer." The Epic Hymns is a fresh take on the timeless hymns of the church. Modern arrangements, new choruses, and sometimes-complete re-imaginations help these deep and meaningful songs shine. I really enjoy the vibe of this album. Fans of Lincoln Brewster, Charlie Hall and Chris Tomlin should enjoy this solid worship album.
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