Sounds from another world: This experience is integral to the essence of Christian music. Johann Hinrich Claussen narrates its history, from early Christian hymns through Gregorian chant and the classical works of Bach, Handel, or Mozart, to Gospel music in the 20th century. A delightful read for anyone wishing to gain a deeper understanding of the significance of Christian music. Christian music is surrounded by a wonder: the songs and melodies that originated in churches, communities, or monasteries have often transcended the boundaries of a specific environment and religious intent, being embraced in different times and denominations, and have found their way out of the churches. This applies to Gregorian chant as well as to Bach's organ and choral works, or the Gospel, which has become world music far beyond its American origins in the 20th century.