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History of Hark the Herald Angels Sing

Betty Yoder July 10, 2018

The history surrounding the hymn “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” by Charles Wesley. Includes biographical information about the author, literary structure and musical characteristics of the hymn, and suggestions for explaining the hymn to elementary students.

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