Alan Bullard A Light in the Stable vocal score
for SATB (with opt. solos) and organ or piano, or with small orchestra or chamber group A Light in the Stable tells the Christmas story through a blend of original settings and well-known carols, and is suitable for both concert and church choirs. The familiar Gospel words (which may be spoken, sung, or replaced with other appropriate readings) are interspersed with a range of new material, including the lively 'Glory to God'; 'Sing Lullaby', in which Mary foreshadows the events of Jesus' life; and the reflective 'A Light for Today', an evocation of the Nativity tableau. The audience/congregation are encouraged to join in for some carols, and choir and listeners will delight in the new settings of familiar words. A range of soloists may optionally take some of the vocal lines, and the accompaniment is equally flexible. A wonderful companion to Bullard's Advent celebration, O Come, Emmanuel, this work is perfect for anyone looking for a new take on familiar Christmas words and melodies.
for SATB (with opt. solos) and organ or piano, or with small orchestra or chamber group
A Light in the Stable tells the Christmas story through a blend of original settings and well-known carols, and is suitable for both concert and church choirs. The familiar Gospel words (which may be spoken, sung, or replaced with other appropriate readings) are interspersed with a range of new material, including the lively 'Glory to God'; 'Sing Lullaby', in which Mary foreshadows the events of Jesus' life; and the reflective 'A Light for Today', an evocation of the Nativity tableau. The audience/congregation are encouraged to join in for some carols, and choir and listeners will delight in the new settings of familiar words. A range of soloists may optionally take some of the vocal lines, and the accompaniment is equally flexible. A wonderful companion to Bullard's Advent celebration, O Come, Emmanuel, this work is perfect for anyone looking for a new take on familiar Christmas words and melodies.
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5. Go tell it on <strong>the</strong> mounta<strong>in</strong> | While shepherds watched<br />
Go tell it on <strong>the</strong> mounta<strong>in</strong><br />
Over <strong>the</strong> hills and ev’rywhere,<br />
Go tell it on <strong>the</strong> mounta<strong>in</strong><br />
That Jesus Christ is born.<br />
1. While shepherds kept <strong>the</strong>ir watch<strong>in</strong>g<br />
O’er silent flocks by night,<br />
Behold, throughout <strong>the</strong> heavens<br />
There shone a glorious light.<br />
Go tell it on <strong>the</strong> mounta<strong>in</strong> (etc.)<br />
2. The shepherds feared and trembled,<br />
When lo, above <strong>the</strong> earth<br />
Rang out <strong>the</strong> angel chorus<br />
That hailed our Saviour’s birth.<br />
Go tell it on <strong>the</strong> mounta<strong>in</strong> (etc.)<br />
3. Down <strong>in</strong> a lonely manger<br />
The humble Christ was born,<br />
And God sent us salvation<br />
That blessed Christmas morn.<br />
1. While shepherds watched <strong>the</strong>ir flocks by night,<br />
All seated on <strong>the</strong> ground,<br />
The angel of <strong>the</strong> Lord came down,<br />
And glory shone around.<br />
2. ‘Fear not,’ said he (for mighty dread<br />
Had seized <strong>the</strong>ir troubled m<strong>in</strong>d);<br />
‘Glad tid<strong>in</strong>gs of great joy I br<strong>in</strong>g<br />
To you and all mank<strong>in</strong>d.<br />
3. ‘To you <strong>in</strong> David’s town this day<br />
Is born of David’s l<strong>in</strong>e<br />
A Saviour, who is Christ <strong>the</strong> Lord;<br />
And this shall be <strong>the</strong> sign:<br />
4. ‘The heav’nly Babe you <strong>the</strong>re shall f<strong>in</strong>d<br />
To human view displayed,<br />
All meanly wrapped <strong>in</strong> swath<strong>in</strong>g bands,<br />
And <strong>in</strong> a manger laid.’<br />
Nahum Tate, altd.<br />
for onl<strong>in</strong>e perusal only<br />
Go tell it on <strong>the</strong> mounta<strong>in</strong><br />
That Christ is born!<br />
6. The Angels<br />
Trad., compiled by J. W. Work<br />
And suddenly <strong>the</strong>re was with <strong>the</strong> angel a multitude of <strong>the</strong> heav’nly host prais<strong>in</strong>g God, and say<strong>in</strong>g:<br />
Luke 2: 13<br />
As an alternative to this movement, a read<strong>in</strong>g may be substituted, e.g. Luke 2: 13–14.<br />
7. Glory to God <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> highest<br />
Glory to God <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> highest heav’ns, and on earth peace, goodwill toward all people.<br />
Gloria <strong>in</strong> excelsis Deo!<br />
Luke 2: 14, altd.<br />
8. Hark! <strong>the</strong> herald-angels s<strong>in</strong>g<br />
1. Hark! <strong>the</strong> herald-angels s<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Glory to <strong>the</strong> new-born K<strong>in</strong>g;<br />
Peace on earth and mercy mild,<br />
God and s<strong>in</strong>ners reconciled:<br />
Joyful all ye nations rise,<br />
Jo<strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> triumph of <strong>the</strong> skies,<br />
With th’angelic host proclaim,<br />
Christ is born <strong>in</strong> Bethlehem.<br />
Hark! <strong>the</strong> herald-angels s<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Glory to <strong>the</strong> new-born K<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
2. Christ, by highest heav’n adored,<br />
Christ, <strong>the</strong> everlast<strong>in</strong>g Lord,<br />
Late <strong>in</strong> time behold him come<br />
Offspr<strong>in</strong>g of a virg<strong>in</strong>’s womb:<br />
Veiled <strong>in</strong> flesh <strong>the</strong> Godhead see,<br />
Hail th’<strong>in</strong>carnate Deity!<br />
Pleased as man with us to dwell,<br />
Jesus, our Emmanuel.<br />
Hark! <strong>the</strong> herald-angels s<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Glory to <strong>the</strong> new-born K<strong>in</strong>g.
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