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King Jesus hath a garden
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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King Jesus hath a garden — Lyrics
King Jesus hath a garden, full of divers flowers,
Where I go culling posies gay, all times and hours.
Refrain:
There naught is heard but Paradise bird,
Harp, dulcimer, lute,
With cymbal, trump and tymbal,
And the tender, soothing flute.
The Lily, white in blossom there, is Chastity:
The Violet, with sweet perfume, Humanity.
Refrain
The bonny Damaskrose is known as Patience:
The blithe and thrifty Marygold, Obedience.
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About King Jesus hath a garden
A vibrant SATB setting of the traditional English carol King Jesus hath a garden, this piece draws the listener into a sacred vision of Christ's heavenly realm. The composer evokes a rich soundscape with an emphasis on vocal colour, suggesting a celebration filled with musical instruments. The text draws a parallel between the flowers in Jesus' garden and Christian virtues: Chastity, Humanity, Patience, Obedience, and Charity. The Star of Bethlehem is presented as the ultimate prize. The refrain paints a picture of celestial joy, a paradise bird singing to the accompaniment of a variety of instruments, creating a scene of pure, unadulterated bliss.
