Today Is Born Our Savior
A Psalm for Mass at Midnight
Ref. © 1969, 1981, 1997 ICEL. Verse Adapt. and Music © 2002 GIA.
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Accompaniment: Keyboard
Separate Instruments: Flute, Trumpet in B-flat
Text Source: Psalm 96:1–3, 11–13; ref.: Lectionary for Mass; vv. adapt. Francis Patrick O'Brien
Music Source: Ref. based on gloria, trad. French carol
Series: Christmas
Difficulty Level: E
Description:
The refrain for this exuberant responsorial psalm for Christmas Eve is based on a French carol with newly composed verses for SAB choir in a festive role of “cantor.”
Optional parts for flute, trumpet, and descant on the refrain give the psalm an acclamatory feel on this most special of nights giving “Glory to God.” SAB.
Categories: Choral/Vocal
Liturgical: Christmas Night
Bible Reference: Psalm 96:1–3, 11–13
Scored for: Brass, Mixed Ensemble, Woodwinds
Number of Pages: 8
Language: English
Format: Octavo
