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Here We Come A-Wassailing
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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Here We Come A-Wassailing — Lyrics
1.
Here we come awassailing
Among the leaves so green,
Here we come awand'ring
So fair to be seen.
Love and joy come to you,
And to you your wassail, too,
And God bless you, and send you
A Happy New Year,
And God send you a Happy New Year.
2.
We are not daily beggers
That beg from door to door,
But we are neighbors' children
Whom you have seen before
Love and joy come to you,
And to you your wassail, too,
And God bless you, and send you
A Happy New Year,
And God send you a Happy New Year.
3.
Good master and good mistress,
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About Here We Come A-Wassailing
This SATB arrangement of the traditional English carol Here We Come A-Wassailing presents a familiar and cherished Christmas song. The text, sung in English, speaks of wassailers visiting homes during the festive season, bringing wishes of love, joy, and a Happy New Year. The lyrics convey a sense of neighbourly custom, distinguishing the singers not as mere beggars but as known children of the community. The melody is often associated with the winter solstice and midwinter celebrations, evoking a spirit of goodwill and festive cheer that perfectly suits the Christmas period. This arrangement brings this classic folk song to life for mixed voices.
