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Cradle Hymn, A
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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Cradle Hymn, A by Douglas Brooks-Davies — Lyrics
1. Hush! my dear, lie still and slumber;
Holy angels guard thy bed!
Heav'nly blessings without number
Gently falling on thy head.
2. Sleep, my babe; thy food and raiment,
House and home, thy friends provide,
All without thy care and payment,
All thy wants are well supplied.
3. How much better thou'rt attended
Than the Son of God could be
When from heaven he descended
And became a child like thee.
4. Soft and easy is thy cradle;
Coarse and hard thy Saviour lay,
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About Cradle Hymn, A
Douglas Brooks-Davies' A Cradle Hymn sets a familiar devotional text in English for SATB choir. Its sacred Christmas theme draws parallels between the tender care given to a sleeping infant and the humble circumstances of the Nativity. The lyrics express deep gratitude and wonder, contrasting the material comforts of a baby's cradle with the stark simplicity of the stable where Christ was born. The music reflects the gentle, protective nature of the text, offering a poignant meditation on the Incarnation for choirs looking for a reflective Christmas anthem. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonies to underscore the devotional message.
