O Holy Night
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Intro: E C#m A C#m E C#m A F#
E B A E
O Holy Night! The stars are brightly shining
B E
It is the night of the dear Savior's birth
B A E
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
F# G#m D#m G#m A#
Till He appeared and the Soul felt its worth
B E
A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices
B E B
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
C#m G#m F# C#m B
Fall on your knees! Oh, hear the angel voices!
E B C#m A E B E C#m A C#m
O night divine, O night, O night divine!
E A E
Truly He taught us to love one another,
B E
His law is love and His gospel is peace
B E
Sweet hymns of joy in grateful Chorus raise we,
B E
Let all within us praise His holy name
C#m B E F# E B
Christ is the Lord! Then e--ver, ever praise we,
E A G#m B A C#
His power and glory ever more proclaim!
B E A E B C# A
O night divine, O night, when Christ was born!
B E A E B C# A
O night divine, O night, O night divine!
E B E
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 E. 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.