The First Nowell
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Easy
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Collections
Instrumental Only?
No
Description
The First Nowell (traditional tune) over accompaniment by Erik Satie (Gymnopédie No.1.) Two-part (equal) choir and piano.
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Lyrics
The first Nowell the angel did say
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay;
In fields where they lay tending their sheep,
On a cold winter’s night that was so deep.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel,
Born is the King of Israel.