Tim Hughes
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Tim Hughes is a British
United Kingdom
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worship leader and singer-songwriter
Singer-songwriter
Singer-songwriters are musicians who write, compose and sing their own musical material including lyrics and melodies. As opposed to contemporary popular music singers who write their own songs, the term singer-songwriter describes a distinct form of artistry, closely associated with the...
. He is currently Director of Worship at Holy Trinity Brompton, an Anglican church in central London, and heads up Worship Central, an international worship training and resource centre.
Personal life
Hughes is the son of an Anglican vicar. He grew up in High WycombeHigh Wycombe
High Wycombe , commonly known as Wycombe and formally called Chepping Wycombe or Chipping Wycombe until 1946,is a large town in Buckinghamshire, England. It is west-north-west of Charing Cross in London; this figure is engraved on the Corn Market building in the centre of the town...
, later moving to Birmingham
Birmingham
Birmingham is a city and metropolitan borough in the West Midlands of England. It is the most populous British city outside the capital London, with a population of 1,036,900 , and lies at the heart of the West Midlands conurbation, the second most populous urban area in the United Kingdom with a...
as a teenager, since his father was appointed vicar of St John's Church, Harborne. He also studied history at Sheffield University, graduating in 2000.
Hughes is married to Rachel. The couple have three children; Phoebe Joy (born 2 October 2007), Simeon John (born 28 February 2009) and Lois Jubilee (born 12 September 2010).
Worship leader
Hughes began his career in the music industry in 1997, when he was asked by Mike PilavachiMike Pilavachi
Mike Pilavachi is a British charismatic Christian evangelist and author of Greek Cypriot descent. He is the co-founder and leader of the Soul Survivor charity based in Watford, United Kingdom. He is also the Senior Pastor of the Soul Survivor Watford church, based in North Watford, which he set up...
to lead worship at the Soul Survivor festivals. When Matt Redman
Matt Redman
Matt Redman is an English Christian worship leader, songwriter and author based in Brighton.He has worked with Newfrontiers, Passion Conferences, Hillsong London, Soul Survivor, is an artist for Sixstepsrecords and is a member of Compassionart a charity founded by Martin Smith.He appeared with...
left Soul Survivor, Hughes began serving on staff with Soul Survivor Watford Church, as their Worship Pastor.
In 2005, Hughes moved to Holy Trinity Brompton, an Anglican church in central London, where he serves the church as the Director of Worship. Hughes is also one of the members of Compassionart
Compassionart
CompassionArt is a charity based in Littlehampton, England founded by songwriter Martin Smith and his wife Anna, with the aim of generating income from works of art to assist in the relief of suffering around the planet.-Retreat in Scotland:...
, a charity
Charitable organization
A charitable organization is a type of non-profit organization . It differs from other types of NPOs in that it centers on philanthropic goals A charitable organization is a type of non-profit organization (NPO). It differs from other types of NPOs in that it centers on philanthropic goals A...
founded by Martin Smith
Martin Smith (songwriter)
Martin James Smith is an English vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter. He was the front man of the Christian rock and worship band Delirious? He co-wrote three songs on Michael W. Smith's 2004 album Healing Rain and is going to be collaborating with Michael W. Smith on his upcoming album...
from Delirious?
Delirious?
Delirious? were an English Christian rock and worship band. For the majority of their career, the lineup featured Martin Smith on vocals and guitar, Stu G on guitar and backing vocals, Jon Thatcher on bass guitar, Tim Jupp on keys and piano, and Stew Smith on drums and percussion...
.
In addition to his work with Holy Trinity Brompton, Hughes, along with Associate Director of Worship Al Gordon, established Worship Central, which is an international worship training and resource centre.
Worship Central
Hughes leads a school of worship known as Worship CentralWorship Central
Worship Central is a Christian school of worship from Holy Trinity Brompton , the church who also pioneered the Alpha Course. Worship Central launched in 2006. The school is led by Tim Hughes and Al Gordon. The aim of Worship Central is to 'encounter God, equip the worshipper and empower the local...
, which is based at Holy Trinity Brompton. Worship Central runs conferences, tours, produces music albums and online resources.
Music recording
Hughes' songs are published in the UK by Survivor RecordsSurvivor Records
Survivor Records is a British Christian Music record label and is a sub-ministry of Kingsway Communications. The label launched in 1997 as a medium by which to publish music associated with the Soul Survivor events...
and distributed globally by EMI CMG, a major music label documented as market share leader from 1998–2009.
Hughes has recorded and released five albums: Here I Am to Worship
Here I am to Worship
Here I Am to Worship is an album of Christian music by singer and songwriter Tim Hughes.-Track listing:# "Maker of All Things"# "May the Words of My Mouth"# "Here I Am to Worship"# "I'll Always Love You"# "If There's One Thing"# "Redeemer"...
in 2001, When Silence Falls
When Silence Falls
When Silence Falls is the second Christian music album by Tim Hughes.-Track listing:# "Beautiful One"# "You"# "Consuming Fire"# "Giver of Life"# "Whole World in His Hands"# "Beauty of Your Peace"# "Name Above All Names"# "When the Tears Fall"...
in 2004, Holding Nothing Back
Holding Nothing Back
Holding Nothing Back is the third Christian music album by Tim Hughes, which was released on April 3, 2007. It also includes his newest single "Happy Day".- Track listing :# "Happy Day"# "The Highest and the Greatest"# "Everything"...
in 2007, Happy Day
Happy Day (album)
Happy Day is a live album by British worship leader Tim Hughes. In September 2008, Hughes attended Shepherds Bush Empire in London, England to record a live concert album and DVD. 2,000 fans attended the event. The album was released on 14 March 2009, to many positive reviews...
in 2009, and Love Shine Through
Love Shine Through
Love Shine Through is the fourth studio album by British worship leader Tim Hughes. It was released in March 2011Tim Hughes Official Website -...
in 2011.
Here I am to Worship
Hughes' album, Here I Am to Worship
Here I am to Worship
Here I Am to Worship is an album of Christian music by singer and songwriter Tim Hughes.-Track listing:# "Maker of All Things"# "May the Words of My Mouth"# "Here I Am to Worship"# "I'll Always Love You"# "If There's One Thing"# "Redeemer"...
was released in 2001. The album introduced the worship songs "Jesus, You Alone" and the Dove Award-winning song "Here I Am to Worship
Here I am to Worship (song)
"Here I Am to Worship" is a song written by Tim Hughes and was released as the title song of his debut album Here I Am to Worship. The song is a popular worship ballad. It is commonly sung at Christian churches, festivals and youth gatherings...
". Both songs have become world-renowned worship anthems.
When Silence Falls
Released in 2004, When Silence Falls
When Silence Falls
When Silence Falls is the second Christian music album by Tim Hughes.-Track listing:# "Beautiful One"# "You"# "Consuming Fire"# "Giver of Life"# "Whole World in His Hands"# "Beauty of Your Peace"# "Name Above All Names"# "When the Tears Fall"...
featured well-known tracks, "Beautiful One", "Consuming Fire", and "Whole World in His Hands". The bonus track on the album, "Saviour" featured the hip hop group 29th Chapter
29th Chapter
The 29th Chapter are a hip hop group formed in west London, England, in 2000. They comprise of vocalist and producer D.P, vocalists Mr Prince, McGladius, and Navigator. After a number of independent releases between 2000-2004 The 29th Chapter finally released their first signed album entitled...
, from west London.
Holding Nothing Back
Hughes' third album, entitled, Holding Nothing Back
Holding Nothing Back
Holding Nothing Back is the third Christian music album by Tim Hughes, which was released on April 3, 2007. It also includes his newest single "Happy Day".- Track listing :# "Happy Day"# "The Highest and the Greatest"# "Everything"...
, was released on 3 April 2007, and includes songs like "Living for your glory", "The Highest and the Greatest", "God of Justice", and "Everything".
Happy Day
In July 2008, Hughes recorded a live album and DVD, entitled Happy Day
Happy Day (album)
Happy Day is a live album by British worship leader Tim Hughes. In September 2008, Hughes attended Shepherds Bush Empire in London, England to record a live concert album and DVD. 2,000 fans attended the event. The album was released on 14 March 2009, to many positive reviews...
, at a Worship Central event held on 16 September 2008 at the Shepherds Bush Empire, London. The recording featured a mix of previously released material and brand new songs, including "Give us your courage". The album was released at the Worship Central Global Day on the 14 March 2009, in London's Westminster Central Hall.
In 2007, prior to the recording, Christian Today interviewed Hughes, regarding the Happy Day album asking him, "Do you think any of the songs have the potential to become worldwide hits like some of your previous singles ("Here I am to Worship" and "Beautiful One")?" Hughes responded that what connected with people was often a surprise and hard to predict.
Love Shine Through
On 11 March 2011, a fourth studio album was released, entitled, Love Shine Through
Love Shine Through
Love Shine Through is the fourth studio album by British worship leader Tim Hughes. It was released in March 2011Tim Hughes Official Website -...
. The recording was produced by Martin Smith and featured musicians Marc James, Michael Guy Chislet and members of Northern Irish band, Rend Collective Experiment.
Literary publishing
Hughes published Passion For Your Name in 2003, in which he gives his advice on many issues, including worship leading and songwriting.Hughes has published a book called Holding Nothing Back (the same name as his third album) and was interviewed by Premier.tv's Christian TV On Demand, to promote the book.
Discography
- Reward with Martyn LayzellMartyn LayzellMartyn Layzell is a Curate at Holy Trinity Brompton, an Anglican Church in Central London. He is also a Worship Leader, and has regularly led worship at major Christian events including Soul Survivor and New Wine. He features on several live albums from those events both as a singer and a songwriter...
(1999 Survivor Records) - Here I Am to WorshipHere I am to WorshipHere I Am to Worship is an album of Christian music by singer and songwriter Tim Hughes.-Track listing:# "Maker of All Things"# "May the Words of My Mouth"# "Here I Am to Worship"# "I'll Always Love You"# "If There's One Thing"# "Redeemer"...
(2001, Worship Together Records) - When Silence FallsWhen Silence FallsWhen Silence Falls is the second Christian music album by Tim Hughes.-Track listing:# "Beautiful One"# "You"# "Consuming Fire"# "Giver of Life"# "Whole World in His Hands"# "Beauty of Your Peace"# "Name Above All Names"# "When the Tears Fall"...
(2004, Survivor Records) - Holding Nothing BackHolding Nothing BackHolding Nothing Back is the third Christian music album by Tim Hughes, which was released on April 3, 2007. It also includes his newest single "Happy Day".- Track listing :# "Happy Day"# "The Highest and the Greatest"# "Everything"...
(April 2007, Survivor Records) - Happy DayHappy Day (album)Happy Day is a live album by British worship leader Tim Hughes. In September 2008, Hughes attended Shepherds Bush Empire in London, England to record a live concert album and DVD. 2,000 fans attended the event. The album was released on 14 March 2009, to many positive reviews...
(March 2009, Survivor Records) - Love Shine ThroughLove Shine ThroughLove Shine Through is the fourth studio album by British worship leader Tim Hughes. It was released in March 2011Tim Hughes Official Website -...
(March 2011, Survivor Records)
Published works
- Hughes, Timothy R. Passion for Your Name, Kingsway Publications, 2003. ISBN 978-1842911754
- Hughes, Timothy R. Holding Nothing Back, Kingsway Publications, 2007. ISBN 978-1842913529
- Hughes, Tim; and Gordon, Al. Worship Central, Alpha International, 2011. ISBN 978-1905887262