Story Behind The Song
This arrangement was created for the 2012 Christmas Concert of the Chancel Choir at Princeton United Methodist Church in Princeton, NJ.
Song Description
Christmas Carol Arrangement
for Choir, Congregation and Orchestra
This arrangement is designed for use by choirs, congregation and orchestra. The traditional melody is sung by the congregation with parts being sung by the choir. The choir and piano parts are published in this version. Get Ken's sheet music at: kenmorrison.musicaneo.com
| Song Length |
2:44 |
Genre |
Classical - Contemporary |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Vocal Samples |
| Mood |
Joyful |
Subject |
Hope |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Lyrics by Trad. 19th Century French Carol; trans. anon.
Refrain:
He is born, the holy Child,
Play the oboe and bagpipes merrily!
He is born, the holy Child,
Sing we all of the Savior mild.
1. Thru long ages of the past,
Prophets have foretold His coming;
Thru long ages of the past,
Now the time has come at last!
2. O how lovely, O how pure
Is this perfect Child of heaven;
O how lovely, O how pure,
Gracious gift to humankind!
3. Jesus, Lord of all the world,
Coming as a Child among us,
Jesus, Lord of all the world,
Grant to us Thy heavenly peace.