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A child is born
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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A child is born by Scott Villard — Lyrics
Unto us a child is born;
Jesus Christ, the only Lord.
Lift up your eyes,
behold the Way,
give thanks to God
this Christmas Day.
O Wonderful Counselor, Almighty God,
the Prince of Peace, the Everlasting Father,
Bright Morning Star, Immanuel.
Unto us is given a son;
God made flesh,
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About A child is born
Scott Villard’s A child is born opens with a jubilant assertion of the Christmas message. The SATB choir first proclaims the birth of Jesus as the Lord, urging listeners to lift their eyes and give thanks. The music then shifts to a more reflective mood as the choir enumerates the many titles of Christ, from Wonderful Counselor to Immanuel. The text returns to a celebratory tone, describing the newborn son as God made flesh and the true savior. The work culminates in a powerful welcome to Christ, our newborn King, with a final, resounding affirmation of hope anew. This sacred Christmas carol is set in English, fitting for congregational or festival use.
