This edition was prepared by David Leroy McIntyre III — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Il est né, le Divin Enfant
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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3 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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Il est né, le Divin Enfant — Lyrics
Il est né, le divin enfant,
Jouez, hautbois, résonnez, musettes;
Il est né, le divin enfant;
Chantons tous son avènement!
Depuis plus de quatre mille ans,
Nous le promettaient les prophètes;
Depuis plus de quatre mille ans,
Nous attendions cet heureux temps. Refrain.
Ah! Qu’il est beau, qu’il est charmant,
Que ses grâces sont parfaites!
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About Il est né, le Divin Enfant
This arrangement of the well-loved French Christmas carol Il est né, le Divin Enfant for SATB choir opens with a joyful and celebratory mood, reflecting the text's theme of the newborn Christ. The music builds in excitement, inviting the choir to convey the wonder and anticipation described in the lyrics. The vocal parts are woven together to create a rich and resonant sound, ideal for a festive Christmas service or concert. The French lyrics speak of the prophesied birth of the divine child, the shepherds' adoration, and the humble circumstances of his arrival, culminating in a prayer for his reign. This setting makes the familiar melody accessible and uplifting for a mixed-voice choir.
