With meter 8.5.8.5.8.7, it is set to the tune ANGEL VOICES (Monk) composed by Edwin George Monk (1819-1900) in 1861.
Hymn books where it has been published include:
- Ancient and Modern, hymns and songs for refreshing worship, 2013
- Singing the Faith, published by Hymns Ancient & Modern for the Methodist Church, London, 2011
Downloads
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Virtual choir with light orchestral-style backing - all five verses:
Singer with piano-led accompaniment:
Instrumental - organ:
Lyrics
The lyrics are copyright so cannot be reproduced here. But they are currently available on this website. A rough outline is:Week 1: Advent candles tell their story, as we watch and pray, longing for ...
Week 2: Prophet voices loudly crying, making pathways clear, glimpses glory ...
Week 3 John the Baptist, by his preaching, and by water poured ... and be ready, for the Lord.
Week 4 Mary’s gift, beyond all telling, was to give Christ room ...
Christmas Day: Advent candles tell their story, on this Christmas Day.
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