Bridge of Songs

Bridge of Songs

Joy Webb

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'I have come to think of my songs as bridges over which people may, if they choose, walk to encounter God.' (Joy Webb)

Major Joy Webb was a Salvation Army officer whose name became a household word in the 1960s when she formed the first nationally known religious pop group, the Joystrings. Her autobiography, Bridge of Songs, represents her personal testimony, highlighting key events from her life and ministry and including various moments of inspiration that produced some of her most popular songs.

From hilarious reminiscences to moments of high tension, happy days to dark nights of the soul, Joy’s writing is honest, sincere, deeply personal and always interesting.

Bridge of Songs also explores lesser known, but no less interesting periods, of Joy’s life – such as her work with the Sunbury Junior Singers, establishment of a Salvation Army centre for drama, and the controversy that arose when she sang at a memorial service for Elvis.

Originally published in 2000, this updated version also includes a testimonial afterword, offering tribute to Joy’s remarkable impact as a Christian songwriter and communicator.