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“Here is the little door” begins: Here is the little door, lift up the latch, oh lift!… Read the full lyrics on ChoirPDFs.

Who composed Here is the little door?

Here is the little door was composed by Jennifer Bastable.

What language is Here is the little door sung in?

Here is the little door is sung in English.

Here is the little door by Jennifer Bastable — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Added Jul 31, 2026

Composer: Jennifer Bastable

Format: Staff

Language: English

Pages: 7 pages

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Here is the little door by Jennifer Bastable — Lyrics

Here is the little door, lift up the latch, oh lift! We need not wander more but enter with our gift; Our gift of finest gold, Gold that was never bought nor sold; Myrrh to be strewn about his bed; Incense in clouds about his head; All for the Child who stirs not in his sleep. But holy slumber holds with ass and sheep.

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About Here is the little door

Jennifer Bastable’s setting of Here is the little door for SSATB voices opens with a gentle invitation, its texture unfolding with the warmth of the English Christmas text. The music moves with a sense of hushed reverence, mirroring the sacred nature of the lyrics, which speak of the Nativity and the gifts brought to the Christ Child. The composer captures the dual nature of these gifts: the gold, myrrh, and incense are interpreted not only as traditional offerings but as symbols of profound spiritual meaning, offering protection, redemption, and a foretaste of the Resurrection. The choir’s interplay reflects the tenderness of the crib and the awe inspired by the divine child, creating a devotional yet engaging musical experience.