O Holy Night
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[Intro ]Ab Eb7
Eb Ab Db Ab
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining
Eb7 Ab
It is the night of our dear savior's birth
Db Ab
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Cm G Cm
'Til he appeared and the soul felt its worth
Eb Ab
A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices
Eb Ab
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Fm Cm Bbm Fm
Fall on your knees, o hear the angel voices
Ab Eb Ab Db Ab Eb Ab
O night divine, o night when Christ was born
Eb Ab Db Ab Eb Ab
O night, o night, o night divine
Eb Ab
A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices
Eb Ab
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Fm Cm Bbm Fm
Fall on your knees, o hear the angel voices
Ab Eb Ab Db Ab Eb Ab
O night divine, o night when Christ was born
Eb Ab Db Ab Eb Ab
O night, o night, o night divine
How to play O Holy Night
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 Ab. 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.