Oh Holy Night
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C C/E
Oh holy night
F C
The stars are brightly shining
G7 C
It is the night of our dear Savior's birth
C C/E F C C7
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Em B7 Em
Till he appear'd and the soul felt its worth.
G7 C
The thrill of hope the weary world rejoices
G7 C
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Am Em
Fall on your knees
Dm Am
Oh hear the angel voices
C G7 C
Oh night...divine
F C
Oh night when Christ was born
G7 C
Oh holy night
G7 G/F C/E F
Oh night di vine
C G7
Oh holy night
C
Oh night divine
How to play Oh 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 C. 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.