Kristyn Getty
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Kristyn Elizabeth Rebekah Getty (née Lennox, born 22 May 1980, in Belfast
, Northern Ireland
; married to Keith Getty
on 16 June 2004, in Armagh
, Northern Ireland
) is an Irish recording artist and worship leader. With her husband, she co-writes many new songs and hymns.
An acclaimed soloist in her own right, Kristyn began singing as a teenager in her family's church in Northern Ireland. She studied English Literature at Queen's University of Belfast (1998–2001).
She has also written a children's musicals for the African Children's Choir
and a volume of children's songs, Songs That Jesus Said
.
She is the daughter of Gilbert Lennox, an elder of Glenabbey Church, Glengormley
, and the niece of the mathematician John Lennox
.
In March 2011, the Gettys welcomed their first child, a daughter, Eliza Joy.
, see Songs by Keith Getty.
Belfast
Belfast is the capital of and largest city in Northern Ireland. By population, it is the 14th biggest city in the United Kingdom and second biggest on the island of Ireland . It is the seat of the devolved government and legislative Northern Ireland Assembly...
, Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is one of the four countries of the United Kingdom. Situated in the north-east of the island of Ireland, it shares a border with the Republic of Ireland to the south and west...
; married to Keith Getty
Keith Getty
Julian Keith Getty is a Northern Ireland composer, best known for pioneering "modern hymns." Many of his songs are co-written with his wife, Kristyn Getty, and veteran British songwriter and worship leader Stuart Townend...
on 16 June 2004, in Armagh
Armagh
Armagh is a large settlement in Northern Ireland, and the county town of County Armagh. It is a site of historical importance for both Celtic paganism and Christianity and is the seat, for both the Roman Catholic Church and the Church of Ireland, of the Archbishop of Armagh...
, Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is one of the four countries of the United Kingdom. Situated in the north-east of the island of Ireland, it shares a border with the Republic of Ireland to the south and west...
) is an Irish recording artist and worship leader. With her husband, she co-writes many new songs and hymns.
An acclaimed soloist in her own right, Kristyn began singing as a teenager in her family's church in Northern Ireland. She studied English Literature at Queen's University of Belfast (1998–2001).
She has also written a children's musicals for the African Children's Choir
African Children's Choir
The African Children's Choir is a large choir made up of children ages 7 to 12 from several African nations. Since its inception, the choir has included children from Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana...
and a volume of children's songs, Songs That Jesus Said
Songs That Jesus Said
Songs That Jesus Said is the first studio album featuring songs by Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty intended specifically for children. A published score and CD tracks were released in conjunction with this CD...
.
She is the daughter of Gilbert Lennox, an elder of Glenabbey Church, Glengormley
Glengormley
Glengormley or Glengormly is the name of a townland and electoral ward in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Glengormley is within the urban area called Newtownabbey and the wider Newtownabbey Borough.-Location:...
, and the niece of the mathematician John Lennox
John Lennox
John Carson Lennox is Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford, Fellow in Mathematics, Philosophy of Science and Pastoral Advisor at Green Templeton College of Oxford University...
.
In March 2011, the Gettys welcomed their first child, a daughter, Eliza Joy.
Compositions
For a list of songs written in collaboration with Keith GettyKeith Getty
Julian Keith Getty is a Northern Ireland composer, best known for pioneering "modern hymns." Many of his songs are co-written with his wife, Kristyn Getty, and veteran British songwriter and worship leader Stuart Townend...
, see Songs by Keith Getty.
Discography
- TapestryTapestry (Keith Getty album)Tapestry is Keith Getty's first studio album with Kristyn Lennox, who later became his wife. Kristyn also replaced Máire Brennan on subsequent releases of Keith's New Irish Hymns CD series...
(2002) Keith Getty and Kristyn Lennox (Getty) - New Irish Hymns 2New Irish Hymns 2New Irish Hymns 2: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is the second in a series of themed albums created and produced by Keith Getty. This album features vocalists Margaret Becker, Joanne Hogg, and Kristyn Lennox performing songs by Keith Getty and others...
(2003) (with Margaret BeckerMargaret BeckerMargaret Becker is an American Christian rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter. She has had twenty-one No. 1 Christian radio hits, won four Dove Awards, and been nominated for four Grammy Awards.-Biography:...
and Joanne HoggJoanne HoggJoanne Hogg is an Irish singer and songwriter for the band Iona.-Biography:Hogg was born in Ballymena, Northern Ireland and is best known as the lead singer and songwriter with the Christian progressive Celtic/pop/rock band Iona . Her father is a Presbyterian minister, her mother a nurse; her...
) - New Irish Hymns 3: IncarnationNew Irish Hymns 3New Irish Hymns 3: Incarnation is the third in a series of themed albums created and produced by Keith Getty. This album features vocalists Margaret Becker, Joanne Hogg, and Kristyn Getty performing songs by Keith Getty and others...
(2004) (with Margaret BeckerMargaret BeckerMargaret Becker is an American Christian rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter. She has had twenty-one No. 1 Christian radio hits, won four Dove Awards, and been nominated for four Grammy Awards.-Biography:...
and Joanne HoggJoanne HoggJoanne Hogg is an Irish singer and songwriter for the band Iona.-Biography:Hogg was born in Ballymena, Northern Ireland and is best known as the lead singer and songwriter with the Christian progressive Celtic/pop/rock band Iona . Her father is a Presbyterian minister, her mother a nurse; her...
) - New Irish Hymns 4New Irish Hymns 4New Irish Hymns 4: Hymns for the Life of the Church is the fourth and final album in a series of themed albums created and produced by Keith Getty. This album features vocalists Margaret Becker, Joanne Hogg, and Kristyn Getty performing songs by Keith Getty and others . Margaret Becker and Joanne...
(2005) (with Margaret BeckerMargaret BeckerMargaret Becker is an American Christian rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter. She has had twenty-one No. 1 Christian radio hits, won four Dove Awards, and been nominated for four Grammy Awards.-Biography:...
and Joanne HoggJoanne HoggJoanne Hogg is an Irish singer and songwriter for the band Iona.-Biography:Hogg was born in Ballymena, Northern Ireland and is best known as the lead singer and songwriter with the Christian progressive Celtic/pop/rock band Iona . Her father is a Presbyterian minister, her mother a nurse; her...
) - Songs That Jesus SaidSongs That Jesus SaidSongs That Jesus Said is the first studio album featuring songs by Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty intended specifically for children. A published score and CD tracks were released in conjunction with this CD...
(2005), a collection of songs for children
(Review in Reformed Worship | Audio lecture featuring Kristyn Getty, 6 October 2005) - The Apostles' Creed (2006)
- Modern Hymns Live (2006)
- In Christ Alone (2007)
- Prom Praise (2008) featured guest with the All Souls Orchestra; recorded live at Royal Albert HallRoyal Albert HallThe Royal Albert Hall is a concert hall situated on the northern edge of the South Kensington area, in the City of Westminster, London, England, best known for holding the annual summer Proms concerts since 1941....
- Keswick Live (2008) with Keith GettyKeith GettyJulian Keith Getty is a Northern Ireland composer, best known for pioneering "modern hymns." Many of his songs are co-written with his wife, Kristyn Getty, and veteran British songwriter and worship leader Stuart Townend...
, Stuart TownendStuart TownendStuart Townend is a British Christian worship leader and writer of hymns and contemporary worship music. His songs include "In Christ Alone" , "How Deep The Father's Love For Us", "Beautiful Saviour" and "The King Of Love".As of 2008, CCLI lists the "In Christ Alone" in its Top 25 CCLI Songs...
, and Steve JamesSteve James (christian musician)Steve James is a Welsh Anglican priest. From 1993 to 2006, he was Rector of Bebington Parish Church, and has been Rector of Holy Trinity Platt Church, Rusholme, since October 2006. He is a noted singer and song and hymnwriter and succeeded Michael Saward as current chairman of Jubilate Group.He...
, recorded at the 2008 Keswick ConventionKeswick ConventionThe Keswick Convention is an annual gathering of evangelical Christians in Keswick, in the English county of Cumbria.- History :The Keswick Convention began in 1875 as a catalyst and focal point for the emerging Higher Life movement in the United Kingdom. It was founded by an Anglican, Canon T. D....
. - Awaken the Dawn (2009)