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A babe is born
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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A babe is born by Gustav Holst — Lyrics
A babe is born all of a may,
To bring salvation unto us.
To him we sing both night and day:
Veni Creator Spiritus.
At Bethlehem, that blessed place,
The child of bliss now born he was;
And him to serve God give us grace,
O lux beata Trinitas.
There came three kings out of the East,
To worship the King that is so free,
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About A babe is born
Gustav Holst’s A babe is born is a radiant Christmas anthem for SATB choir. The English text draws on traditional carols and liturgical phrases, celebrating the Nativity with joyful pronouncements. It speaks of the birth of Jesus, the adoration of the Magi, the shepherds’ encounter with angels, and the heavenly host’s praise. The music would suit a Christmas concert or service, bringing to life the wonder and significance of this holy season. The SATB voicing offers rich opportunities for expressive performance, bringing the ancient story to vivid new life.
