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Christmas is coming
Staff Notation • Secular, Christmas
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Christmas is coming by Henry Walford Davies — Lyrics
Christmas is coming, the geese are getting fat,
Please to put a penny in the old man's hat.
If you haven't got a penny, a ha'penny will do,
But a penny's better, a penny or two are better, or three, or four!
Christmas is coming, the geese are getting fat,
Please to put a penny in the old man's hat.
If you haven't got a penny, a ha'penny will do,
If you haven't got a ha'penny, a farthing will do,
If you haven't got a farthing, God bless you!
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About Christmas is coming
This carol captures the anticipation of Christmas with its familiar opening lines. Set for SATB choir, its English text evokes the traditional Yuletide greeting, wishing health and prosperity to the household. The music is designed to be accessible and festive, perfect for a choir looking to programme a cheerful and well-loved piece for the Christmas season. It brings to mind the carol-singing tradition, where simple melodies and heartfelt words combine to spread goodwill and festive cheer, making it an ideal choice for seasonal concerts and gatherings.
