55. Nazareth (Christmas Anthem)

Though poor be the chamber, Come here, come and adore; Lo! the Lord of heaven Hath to mortals given Life forevermore, Life forevermore, Life forevermore. Shepherds who folded your flocks beside you, Tell what was told by angel voices near: To you this night is born he who will guide you Thro' paths of peace to living waters clear. Though poor be the chamber, Come here, and adore; Lo! the Lord of heaven Hath to mortals given Life forevermore, Life forevermore. Kings from a far land, draw near and behold him, Led by the beam whose warning bade ye come; Your crowns cast down, with robe royal enfold him; Your king descends to earth from brighter home. Though poor be the chamber, come here, come and adore; Lo! the Lord of Heaven Hath to mortals given Life forevermore. Wind, to the cedars proclaim the joyful story, Wave of the sea, the tidings bear afar; The night is gone! Behold in all its glory All broad and bright rises th'eternal morning star. Though poor be the chamber, come here, come and adore; Lo! the Lord of Heaven Hath to mortals given Life forevermore, Life forevermore, Life forevermore.

Text Information
First Line: Though poor be the chamber
Title: Nazareth (Christmas Anthem)
Language: English
Publication Date: 1910
Tune Information
Name: [Though poor be the chamber]
Composer: Chas. Gounod
Arranger: Edward F. Johnston
Incipit: 13212 11567 65117
Key: E♭ Major
Notes: Clef for first line of melody is written as Treble, but should be Bass clef. Note it is a baritone solo.



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