Silent Night
The Philadelphia Orchestra And Chorus Lyrics
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SPOKEN Intro: "To you the man, woman, the child we have never met but think of as a friend, this is Nelson Eddy wishing you a Christmas complete with the excitement and pleasure of giving and receiving presents and warm and inspiring with its spiritual beauty. May the coming year bring this blessed land of ours a little closer to that day of eternal Christmas, that day of peace on earth."
Silent night! Holy night!
All is calm all is bright
round yon virgin mother and child
Holy infant so tender and mild
sleep in heavenly peace!
Silent night! holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight
glories stream from heaven afar
heavenly hosts sing Alleluia
Christ the Saviour is born!
Christ the Saviour is born!
The Philadelphia Orchestra And Chorus's version of Silent Night is a powerful and touching rendition of the classic Christmas carol. The spoken intro by Nelson Eddy sets the tone for the song, evoking both the secular and spiritual aspects of the holiday season. The opening line "Silent night! Holy night!" sets the scene for the arrival of the Christ child, with "all is calm, all is bright" suggesting a sense of peace and joy.
The second verse of the song speaks of the shepherds who "quake at the sight", perhaps suggesting a sense of awe and reverence in the presence of the newborn king. The "glories stream from heaven afar" and the "heavenly hosts sing Alleluia" create a sense of wonder and majesty. The final line "Christ the Saviour is born!" is a powerful declaration of the birth of Jesus, suggesting hope and redemption.
Overall, The Philadelphia Orchestra And Chorus's version of Silent Night is a moving and beautiful tribute to the meaning of Christmas. The gentle music and powerful vocals create a sense of peace and joy, inviting listeners into the celebration of the birth of Christ.
Line by Line Meaning
Silent night! Holy night!
This is a peaceful and holy night, where all is still and sacred.
All is calm, all is bright
Everything is peaceful and illuminated; there is no chaos in this moment.
Round yon virgin, mother and child
There are three figures in this scene - a young, pure mother, her baby, and a divine presence.
Holy infant, so tender and mild
The baby is pure and gentle, illustrating the idea of innocence and the potential for a new beginning.
Sleep in heavenly peace!
The baby is peacefully sleeping, likely surrounded by love and care, in a place that invokes a sense of heaven.
Silent night! Holy night!
The message of this song is reiterated, highlighting the peacefulness and holiness of the night.
Shepherds quake at the sight
The shepherds who have come to witness this scene are filled with a sense of awe and wonder - this is a powerful moment for all who witness it.
Glories stream from heaven afar
The divine presence that is felt in this scene is powerful enough to extend to those who are farther away.
Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia
Those from heaven sing joyously, celebrating the arrival of this baby and the peace that it brings.
Christ the Saviour is born!
The baby is not just any child, but a symbol of the arrival of a savior, one who will bring peace and salvation to the world.
Christ the Saviour is born!
The message of the song is repeated, emphasizing the joy and excitement that comes with the arrival of this savior.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRIS HAZELL
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