Unison Away in a Manger Medley Luke 2:12
The 3 traditional tunes of this beautiful text are woven
to create a sweet Christmas medley. The optional descant
adds a lyrical flavor to this simple setting of the beloved carol.
Lyrics:Away in a manger, no crib for a bed.
The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head;
The stars in the sky looking down where He lay,
The little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay.
[Interlude and Modulation]
The cattle are lowing, the poor Baby wakes;
But little Lord Jesus, no crying He makes.
I love Thee, Lord Jesus; look down from the sky
And stay by my cradle till morning is nigh.
[Interlude and Modulation]
Be near me Lord Jesus, I ask You to stay
Close by me forever and love me I pray;
Bless all the dear children in Thy tender care,
And take us to heaven to live with Thee there.
To live with Thee there.
