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Just before the 20th century, when Gilbert and Sullivan were at the top of their fame, Arthur Sullivan was approached b y a delegation to offer him work as principal in the national training school for music.
Being in the middle of a new musical production, Arthur
delays his response. Just as the show is approaching opening night, Fred Sullivan, popular actor, and Arthur’s brother becomes terminally ill. Not wanting to leave Fred’s side, Arthur is inspired to compose a hymn. The words and music worked to make Arthur feel closer to Fred.
