A Star Is Shining Tonight
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A|--------------------------------------------------------------|
E|--------------------------------------------------------------|
[Verse 1]
D G A D
Now is the hour so holy
G D A
we hear the churchbells chime
D G A D
Sharing this magical moment
G A D
We welcome Christmas time
[Chorus]
G D F# Bm
Sweet is the song the angels sing
G D E A
Guiding us into the light
G D F# Bm
No matter what, we’re not alone
G D A G D
[Verse 2]
D G A D
Our father who is in heaven
G D A
Watching from high above
D G A D
His only Son is our saviour
G A D
Symbol of all our love.
[Chorus]
G D F# Bm
Sweet is the song the angels sing
G D E A
Guiding us into the light
G D F# Bm
No matter what, we’re not alone
G D A G D
A star is shining tonight
[Instrumental]
D G A D
G D A
D G A D
G A D
[Chorus]
G D F# Bm
Sweet is the song the angels sing
G D E A
Guiding us into the light
G D F# Bm
No matter what, we’re not alone
G D A G D
A star is shining tonight
[Verse 3]
D G A D
They made their way to the manger
G D A
From distant land they came
D G A D
A newborn baby was sleeping
G A D
Hallowed be His name
[Chorus]
G D F# Bm
Sweet is the song the angels sing
G D E A
Guiding us into the light
G D F# Bm
No matter what, we’re not alone
G D A G D
A star is shining tonight
[Outro]
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B|---12--------10-----------8----------10-----------------------|
G|--------------------------------------------4s6--7--7--6--7---|
D|--------------------------------------------------------------|
A|--------------------------------------------------------------|
E|--------------------------------------------------------------|
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How to play A Star Is Shining Tonight
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.