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Christians, awake, salute the happy morn
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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Christians, awake, salute the happy morn by John Wainwright — Lyrics
1.
Christians, awake, salute the happy morn
Whereon the Savior of the world was born.
Rise to adore the mystery of love
Which hosts of angels chanted from above,
With them the joyful tidings first begun
Of God incarnate and the virgin’s Son.
2.
Then to the watchful shepherds it was told,
Who heard th’angelic herald’s voice, “Behold,
I bring good tidings of a Savior’s birth
To you and all the nations of the earth;
This day hath God fulfilled his promised Word;
This day is born a Savior, Christ the Lord.
3.
He spoke; and straightaway the celestial choir
In hymns of joy, unknown before, conspire;
The praises of redeeming love they sang,
And Heav’n’s whole orb with alleluias rang.
God’s highest glory was their anthem still,
Peace on the earth and unto men good will.
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About Christians, awake, salute the happy morn
Composed by John Wainwright, this SATB anthem is a joyful celebration of Christmas. The text vividly recounts the Nativity, beginning with the angelic announcement of Christ’s birth to the shepherds. It describes the mystery of God incarnate and the Virgin’s Son, whose arrival was first heralded by heavenly hosts. The music would likely reflect the jubilant spirit of the angelic choir singing praises and alleluias, marking a profound moment in Christian belief. This piece offers a traditional and uplifting way to commemorate the birth of the Savior.
