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495. Let not fear and wonder

Text Information
First Line: Let not fear and wonder
French Title: Une vaine crainte
Translator: J. Robert Carroll (1972, alt.)
Refrain First Line: Alleluya, alleluya!
Meter: 65.65 with Refrain
Language: English
Publication Date: 1983
Topic: Poetry, Folksong
Source: French noël
Copyright: Trans. © 1972 by G.I.A. Publications, Inc.
Tune Information
Name: UNE VAINE CRAINTE
Harmonizer: Leon Roques (1839- ?)
Meter: 65.65 with Refrain
Key: B♭ Major
Source: 18th Century (or earlier) French carol melody



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