HAVE YOU SEEN THE BABY?
Staff & Solfa Notation • Christmas, Anthems
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HAVE YOU SEEN THE BABY? by Ruth Morris Gray — Lyrics
About HAVE YOU SEEN THE BABY?
"Have You Seen the Baby?" is a bright and rhythmic choral piece that brings a sense of joyful urgency to the celebration of the Nativity. Right from the opening notes, the choir addresses the congregation directly, asking if they have witnessed the newborn King. Marked to be sung "with excitement," the melody bounces with an eager energy that perfectly captures the wonder of the shepherds hurrying to the manger.
As the song unfolds, the voices guide the listener through the Christmas story, pointing to the star rising in the East and echoing the heavenly choir singing of peace on earth. The arrangement builds beautifully, layering the urgent questions of the chorus with a soaring descant and a final "Rejoice section" that drives the message home. It is a fantastic choice for a Christmas concert or the festive season's Mass, keeping the choir on their toes and filling the church with an infectious, celebratory spirit.