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Ephrathah
Staff Notation • Sacred, Set pieces
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4 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Ephrathah by Samuel Babcock — Lyrics
While shepherds watch'd their flocks by night,
All seated on the ground,
The angel of the Lord came down,
And glory shone around.
Fear not, said he, (for mighty dread
Had seized their troubled mind),
Glad tidings of great joy I bring
To you and all mankind.
To you, in David's town, this day
Is born of David's line
A Saviour, who is Christ the Lord,
And this shall be the sign.
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About Ephrathah
The familiar Christmas carol While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night is set here for STB choir. The text recounts the Annunciation to the Shepherds, the appearance of the angel, the message of glad tidings, and the heavenly host's song of glory. Samuel Babcock's setting captures the wonder and peace of this biblical narrative in English. This sacred piece offers a traditional and heartfelt musical setting of a well-loved nativity story, suitable for church services and seasonal concerts.
