The Hymn Book of the Anglican Church of Canada and the United Church of Canada ‎#409

409. Shepherds In The Field Abiding

Text Information

• First Line: Shepherds in the field abiding (Les anges dans nos campagnes)
• Title: Shepherds In The Field Abiding
• French Title: Les anges dans nos campagnes
• Translator: George Ratcliffe Woodward, 1848-1934
• Refrain First Line: Gloria in excelesis Deo
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 with refrain
• Language: English; French
• Publication Date: 1971

Tune Information

• Name: IRIS
• Harmonizer: Charles Wood, 1866-1926
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 with refrain
• Key: F Major
• Source: French carol melody