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Daniel Charles Damon

Daniel Charles Damon is an internationally published writer of hymn texts and tunes whose work appears in many current hymnals. He is Associate Editor of Hymnody for Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, Illinois. Dan is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church, retired July 1, 2020. He is a jazz pianist and plays at venues in the Bay Area. In 2016 he was named a Fellow of The Hymn Society in the United States and Canada. Dan taught church music at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California. His recordings are available online.

Awards

Lifelong Fellow of the Hymn Society of North America and Canada.

Jazz Great Dan Damon Breaks Barriers With New Album 'Needed Time'

Source: Jessica Morris Media
February 18, 2026

Needed Time, the new album by international jazz stalwart Dan Damon is out now. Delivering a bluesy take on spirituals like “He’s Got the Whole World In His Hands,” the instrumental record breaks down the walls of religion, offering hope. Featuring a collaboration between Damon on piano, and celebrated Bay Area bassist Kurt Ribak, listeners are treated to a modern rendition of Lightnin' Hopkins 1950 classic “Needed Time.” From here, Damon taps into his religious roots, pairing his 33 years ...
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