The melody in this arrangement of Away in a Manger by James Murray is the one most familiar to Americans.
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed,
The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head,
The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay,
The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.
The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes,
But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.
I love you, Lord Jesus; look down from the sky,
And stay by my side until morning is nigh.
Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask you to stay
Close by me for ever, and love me, I pray.
Bless all the dear children in your tender care,
And fit us for heaven, to live with you there.
Hymn Tune: MURRAY
Find metrically-matched hymn texts
Handbells (three octaves), plus handchimes (two octaves)
Level 2
Church Calendar: Christmas
Preview:
| Single Copy Version: | $5.00 US | |
| Handbell Choir Version: | $25.00 US |
Other arrangements available for six accompanied handbells (CRADLE SONG), eight handbells (MURRAY), eight handbells (CRADLE SONG), twelve handbells (CRADLE SONG), twelve handbells (MURRAY), and handbell duet (NORMANDY).
Purchasing the handbell choir version of this arrangement grants permission to print and maintain up to fifteen copies for your handbell ensemble; purchasing the single copy version grants permission to print and maintain one copy. Purchase also gives permission for performance, broadcasting, live-streaming and video-sharing online. See our licensing agreement for full details, and please remember to mention the title and arranger of the piece on video-sharing sites, social media and any printed materials such as concert programs.
