"Away in a Manger (Unplugged)" genre: Christian Easy Listening
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	Though this hymn is generally considered a children’s Christmas carol, Don’s instrumental arrangement certainly appeals to everyone. The airy guitar overlaid by a wispy piano complements a melody that is played on a melodic cello. We pray that the simplicity of this song will lift you from the complexity of the adult world and encourage you in your praise of Christ who was born in Bethlehem.
	CD: O Come Let Us Adore Him   Label: Wigtune Company Credits: Instruments: Don Wigton Arrangement Copyright © 1999 Don Wigton
	Story Behind the Song Though no one quite knows the author, this Christmas praise song has been attributed to Martin Luther. It first appeared in a Lutheran hymnal in the mid-1800s. Though it is considered a childrens Christmas carol and is sung over-and-over by youngsters whearing halos and white sheets in childrens Christmas programs, the simplicity of Away in a Manger appeals to people of all ages. When arranging the song It was my desire to capture its simplicity in a way that adults will appreciate. For simplicitys sake I kept the song simple, suing only acoustic guitar, piano and strings. For adults, I added some interesting chords. The first verse is played by the lute-like guitar only, followed by the tinkles of the piano in the second verse. A cello comes in the last verse to complete the arrangement. In our complex world, the simplicity of children is often refreshing. We pray that this piece will invigorate you and lift you in praise of the baby Jesus. Lyrics Away in a Manger Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head. The stars in the sky all looked down where He lay, The little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay. The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, The little Lord Jesus, no crying He makes. I love Thee, Lord Jesus! Look down from the sky, And stay by my side until morning is nigh. Be near me, Lord Jesus! I ask Thee to stay, Close by me forever, and love me, I pray. Bless all the dear children in Thy tender care, And fit us for heaven, to live with Thee there. Arranegment Copyright © 1999 Don Wigton A free chord chart to this song is available at the Wigtune Home Page @ http://userzweb.lightspeed.net/wigton/wigtune.htm

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