What Child Is This
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Verse One
Em G D
What Child is this who laid to rest
C B7
On Mary's lap is sleeping
Em G D
Whom Angels greet with anthems sweet
C B7 Em
While shepherds watch are keeping
G D
This this is Christ the King
C B7
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
G D
Haste haste, to bring Him laud
C B7 Em
The Babe the Son of Mary
Verse Two
Em G D
So bring Him incense gold and myrrh
C B7
Come Peasant King to own Him
Em G D
The King of Kings salvation brings
C B7 Em
Let loving hearts enthrone Him
G D
Raise raise a song on high
C B7
His mother sings her lullaby
G D
Joy joy for Christ is born
C B7 Em
The Babe the Son of Mary
How to play What Child Is This
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is Em. 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.