Winfred Douglas
1940– · USA · Modern
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Winfred Douglas was an American Episcopal clergyman and musicologist who made significant contributions to Christian hymnody in the twentieth century. He served as a translator and editor of hymn texts, working to adapt traditional and newly-written hymns for American Anglican worship. Douglas was instrumental in the revival and preservation of plainsong and medieval music within the Episcopal Church, helping to elevate musical standards in liturgical settings. His scholarly work on hymn translation and his efforts to produce authoritative hymnals made him an influential figure in American church music history, particularly in promoting the integration of historical musical traditions with contemporary worship.