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Christmas Hymn
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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Christmas Hymn by Dudley Buck — Lyrics
Hark! what mean those holy voices,
sweetly sounding through the skies?
Lo! the angelic host rejoices
heavenly alleluias rise.
Listen to the wondrous story,
which they chant in hymns of joy;
"Glory in the highest, glory!
Glory be to God most high!
"Peace on earth, good will from heaven,
reaching to earth's utmost bound;
man redeemed, his sins forgiven,
loud our golden harps shall sound.
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About Christmas Hymn
Dudley Buck's Christmas Hymn is a stirring anthem for SATB choir, setting a familiar English text that recounts the Nativity story. The lyrics focus on the angelic proclamation of Christ's birth, the message of peace and goodwill, and the call for humanity to adore the newborn King. The music would likely reflect the grandeur and joy of the season, with the choir conveying the 'heavenly alleluias' and the 'wondrous story' of redemption. It is a suitable choice for Christmas services, offering a traditional and celebratory musical setting of the Christmas message.
