Keith Getty: Modern Hymn Writer and Composer
Northern Irish Christian hymn writer, composer, and musician known for revitalizing modern hymnody.Keith Getty (b. 1974) is a Grammy-nominated composer celebrated for co-writing globally sung hymns like 'In Christ Alone'. Partnering with wife Kristyn Getty, he bridges traditional hymn structures with contemporary accessibility through Getty Music. Their work promotes congregational singing across denominations.
- Getty co-wrote 'In Christ Alone' (2001) with Stuart Townend – now among Christianity's most translated/sung hymns, featured in over 2,000 hymnals.
- Founded Getty Music with wife Kristyn, producing albums, books, and conferences (Sing! Conference) to promote hymn-based worship globally.
- Awarded OBE (2019) for services to music and hymnody; received multiple Dove Awards and Grammy nominations.
- Advocates for theological depth in worship music, collaborating with artists like Alison Krauss and Fernando Ortega.
- Survived life-threatening sepsis in 2020, later calling the experience a 'spiritual refining fire' in interviews.