All (unison, then harmony):
In the stillness of the night,
Heaven’s glory broke through light.
Angels’ voices filled the air,
“Peace on earth,” beyond compare.
(Sopranos hold a shimmering high tone; Altos and Tenors hum beneath)
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II. Verse 1 (Warm and Gentle – Moderate Tempo)
Women (S/A):
In a manger cold and low,
Lay the Son whom prophets know.
God’s own love in human form,
Born this night, our hearts reborn.
Men (T/B, echo):
Born this night, our hearts reborn.
All:
Hallelujah! Love has come,
God’s great gift — His only Son.
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III. Chorus (Full Choir – Majestic)
God’s gift, Jesus! Light of the world!
Hope eternal, banners unfurled!
Heaven rejoices, the earth shall sing —
Glory to our newborn King!
(Orchestra or organ swells; sopranos soar with descant: “Glory, glory, glory to the King!”)
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IV. Verse 2 (Reflective, Building Intensity)
Tenors (solo or small ensemble):
Shepherds came with hearts aflame,
To the Child of holy name.
Kneeling low, their spirits blessed,
Heaven’s joy in humble rest.
All:
Hallelujah! Peace has come,
God and man forever one.
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V. Bridge (Soft, Ethereal – A cappella)
Women (S/A):
Emmanuel, Emmanuel…
The promise born to dwell with man.
Men (T/B, softly):
Emmanuel, Emmanuel…
Salvation’s plan began.
(Crescendo builds from whisper to radiant fullness)
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VI. Final Chorus (Triumphant – Full Orchestra and Choir)
God’s gift, Jesus! Light of the world!
Hearts uplifted, banners unfurled!
Sing redemption, let praises ring —
Glory to our newborn King!
God’s gift, Jesus! Wonderful Name!
Yesterday, today, the same!
All creation bows and sings —
Glory to our newborn King!
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VII. Coda (Quiet, Reverent – Pianissimo)
All (unison, fading):
In the stillness of the night,
Heaven’s love became our light.
God’s gift, Jesus…
Our King.
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