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A Child Is Born
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB, TTBB · James W. Keefe
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A Child Is Born by James W. Keefe — Lyrics
A child is born to us this night,
While angels sing on high.
They bring to us the tidings bright,
Hosanas fill the sky.
R.: For born to us is a Saviour King,
The one of whom the prophets sing.
A child is born to us this night,
While sweet hosannas ring.
The Wisdom of the Lord shines down,
Upon the stable poor
And shepherds come to Bethlehem town,
Emmanuel to adore.
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About A Child Is Born
This anthem opens with a sense of awe and wonder, depicting the night a child is born to us, while angels sing on high. The music reflects the joyous tidings brought by the angels, with hosannas filling the sky. The choir is called upon to proclaim the birth of a Saviour King, fulfilling prophecy. The text then moves to the humble setting of the stable, where shepherds and wise men come to adore the newborn king, bringing their gifts. The piece concludes with a doxology, offering praise to the Blessed Trinity for eternity. Available for both SATB and TTBB choirs, this setting of familiar Christmas lyrics offers a rich and devotional musical experience.
