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Ak, nāc, ak, nāc, Emanuel
Staff Notation • Sacred, Chansons
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Ak, nāc, ak, nāc, Emanuel by Anonymous — Lyrics
J. M. Neale, 1851
Draw nigh, draw nigh, Emmanuel,
And ransom captive Israel,
That mourns in lonely exile here,
Until the Son of God appear;
Rejoice! rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall be born for thee, O Israel!
Draw nigh, O Jesse's Rod, draw nigh,
To free us from the enemy;
From Hell's infernal pit to save,
And give us victory o'er the grave.
Rejoice! rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall be born, for thee, O Israel!
Draw nigh, Thou Orient, Who shalt cheer
And comfort by Thine Advent here,
And banish far the brooding gloom
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About Ak, nāc, ak, nāc, Emanuel
This moving Advent carol, often sung during the Christmas season, comes from a medieval Latin text. The English translation by J. M. Neale and the Latvian version both express a deep longing for the coming of Emmanuel, the Messiah. The text's themes include liberation from captivity, victory over death, and the banishment of darkness. This arrangement for SATB choir captures the solemnity and anticipation of the season. Its origins are anonymous, placing it within a rich tradition of sacred music that has resonated through centuries. Choirs will find this a powerful addition to their Advent and Christmas repertoire, offering a moment of reflection and hope.
