Composer

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Christmas Traditional

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Carol

Compose Date

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before 1892

Average_duration

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2:09

The Sussex Carol, also known as On Christmas Night, is a traditional English carol that is believed to have originated in Sussex, England. The exact date of its composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written in the 17th century. The carol has become a popular Christmas song and is often performed during the holiday season. The Sussex Carol has a simple melody and is typically performed in a slow and reverent manner. It is written in the key of G major and has a 4/4 time signature. The carol is typically sung in four verses, each with a chorus that repeats the first two lines of the verse. The first verse of the carol begins with the line "On Christmas night all Christians sing." The verse goes on to describe the birth of Jesus and the joy that his arrival brought to the world. The chorus of the first verse repeats the lines "Glory to God in the highest, peace on earth and goodwill to all." The second verse of the carol describes the shepherds who were visited by angels on the night of Jesus' birth. The verse ends with the line "And they praised God on high." The chorus of the second verse repeats the lines "Glory to God in the highest, peace on earth and goodwill to all." The third verse of the carol describes the wise men who followed a star to find the baby Jesus. The verse ends with the line "And they offered gifts most rare." The chorus of the third verse repeats the lines "Glory to God in the highest, peace on earth and goodwill to all." The fourth and final verse of the carol is a prayer for peace and goodwill to all people. The verse ends with the line "And all the bells on earth shall ring." The chorus of the fourth verse repeats the lines "Glory to God in the highest, peace on earth and goodwill to all." The Sussex Carol has been performed by many artists over the years, including the King's College Choir and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Its simple melody and message of peace and goodwill have made it a beloved Christmas song that is still sung and enjoyed today.

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