Recitative + Glory to God (Messiah) | Händel (tr Derk Alblas) – 03:35

Soprano: There were shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flocks by night.   (Luke 2:8)

And lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them, and they were sore afraid.   (Luke 2:9)

Soprano: And the angel said unto them: “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”  (Luke 2:10-11)

Soprano: And suddenly there was with the angel, a multitude of the heavenly host, praising God, and saying:   (Luke 2:13)

Chorus: “Glory to God in the highest, and peace on earth, good will towards men.”   (Luke 2:14)