This medley includes Joy To the World, Angels We Have Heard on High, and Silent Night. The interaction between the organ and piano lends excitement to the piece. A bass or alto solo begins Silent Night and on the third verse the congregation joins in singing the melody with a choral descant for the choir. This arrangement is captivating and a great number for the celebration of Christmas.
This medley arrangement by Larry R. Beebe is based on the following three hymns:
Joy to the World: text by Isaac Watts, alt. by William W. Phelps; music by George F. Handel, arr. by Lowell Mason
Angels We Have Heard on High: traditional French carol.
Silent Night: text by Joseph Mohr, music by Franz Gruber.