The Newborn Prince Of Peace

"The Newborn Prince of Peace" is a bright and joyful Christmas anthem that calls the faithful to gather and adore the infant Christ. With its lively tempo and festive spirit, it captures the excitement of the angels' announcement to the shepherds in the fields. It is a wonderful choice for a parish carol service or as an uplifting piece during Christmas morning Mass, setting a tone of pure celebration.

What makes this piece especially fun for a choir to sing is the lively refrain. While the main melody rings out the call to proclaim the newborn King, the harmony parts mimic the joyful pealing of Christmas bells with rhythmic "bing bong" vocalizations. This creates a vibrant, layered sound that echoes the glad tidings of the season and brings a great energy to the choir loft.

The verses walk us through the Christmas story, from the royal city of David to the heavenly choirs singing "Gloria in excelsis." It reminds the congregation of the true reason for the season—the fulfillment of God's promise to reconcile sinners and redeem His flock. It is a song that brings a smile to the faces of both the singers and the people in the pews.