FOR UNTO US A CHILD IS BORN

"For Unto Us a Child Is Born" is one of the most recognizable and joyous choruses from George Frideric Handel’s Messiah. Drawing its text directly from the prophet Isaiah, the song captures the profound anticipation and ultimate triumph of the Nativity. In choir lofts and concert halls across Nigeria, this piece is a cornerstone of the Christmas season, often serving as the grand centerpiece of carol services and end-of-year performances.

The music begins with a light, dancing melody that gets passed from voice to voice, mimicking the quiet but spreading news of the Savior's birth. Then, the choir unites in a sudden, majestic burst of sound at the proclamation of His titles: "Wonderful! Counsellor! The Mighty God!" This dramatic shift from delicate, rolling lines to massive, full-choir harmony is thrilling to sing. It demands tight breath control and crisp diction from the singers, but when those massive chords land, it brings the ancient prophecy to life with incredible power.