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Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christian,Christmas,Holiday,Traditional. 6 pages. Jmsgu3 #917385. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1329403)."Joy to the World" is an English Christmas carol written by the English minister and hymnwriter Isaac Watts in 1719. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Originally a Poem: "Joy to the World" was originally a poem, not a song.
Inspiration: Isaac Watts wrote the lyrics with Jesus's second coming in mind, not His first coming, inspired by the latter half of Psalm 98.
Musical Origin: The melody for "Joy to the World" is attributed to George Frideric Handel and arranged by Lowell Mason. The first four notes of the song are the same as the chorus "Lift your heads" from Handel's Messiah.
Not Intended as a Christmas Carol: The song wasn't intended to be a Christmas carol, as its original version had no such link with Christmas. It adapted Psalm 98, celebrating Jesus's role as King of his church and the world.
Popularity: Since 1719, "Joy to the World" has remained one of the most-published hymns in Northern America and has been recorded by various artists.
"Joy to the World" is a timeless piece of art that has withstood the test of time and continues to be enjoyed and appreciated by generations, making it a significant part of Christmas celebrations.
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