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Chanson joyeuse de Noël
Staff Notation • Secular, Christmas
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Benoît Huwart
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Chanson joyeuse de Noël by François-Auguste Gevaert — Lyrics
Le petit Jésus,
Sauveur adorable,
La nuit de Noël,
Naquit dans l'étable;
Des bergers vinrent bientôt
L'adorer dans son berceau,
Et l'on vit trois mages
Offrir pour hommages
La myrrhe, l'or et l'encens,
Ah! quels beaux présents!
Car Jésus, à leurs yeux,
Est vraiment le roi des cieux!
Les chœurs angéliques
Ont chanté Noël!
Mêlons nos cantiques
Aux accents du ciel!
Noël! Noël! Noël!
Chantons tous Noël!
Noël! Noël!
Chantons tous Noël!
Le Dieu tout aimable
Est né dans l'étable.
Gracieux et beau,
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About Chanson joyeuse de Noël
François-Auguste Gevaert’s Chanson joyeuse de Noël opens with a bright, festive spirit, immediately establishing a celebratory mood. The SATB voices weave together in a rich texture, carrying the joyful French text that recounts the Nativity. The lyrics describe the birth of Jesus in the stable, the adoration by shepherds and the homage of the Magi, ultimately proclaiming him King of Heaven. The music reflects this sacred yet joyous occasion, with moments of gentle reflection on the infant Jesus and his mother, before building to exclamations of "Noël!" The composer uses the choir to full effect, creating a vibrant and engaging setting that is well-suited for a festive Christmas concert.
