We Three Kings of Orient Are Piano Sheet Music
SCORE INFO
- Arrangement: rixwilliamtil1
- Format: Digital sheet music
- Instrument: Piano sheet music
- Scoring: Piano solo
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Style: Classical
- Key Signature: G major, E minor
- Time Signature: 3/8
- Metronome: 144
- Pages: 1
- Note Range: (updating)
- Measures: 40
- Copyright: (updating)
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SCORE INFO
- Arrangement: PDScores
- Format: Digital sheet music
- Instrument: Piano sheet music
- Scoring: Piano solo
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Style: Classical
- Key Signature: F major, D minor
- Time Signature: 6/8
- Metronome: 70
- Pages: 3
- Note Range: (updating)
- Measures: 71
- Copyright: (updating)
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SCORE INFO
- Arrangement: AnthonyEl
- Format: Digital sheet music
- Instrument: Piano sheet music
- Scoring: Piano solo
- Skill Level: Advanced
- Style: Classical
- Key Signature: G major, E minor
- Time Signature: 3/8
- Metronome: 120
- Pages: 3
- Note Range: (updating)
- Measures: 117
- Copyright: (updating)
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Short Produce About We Three Kings of Orient Are
“We Three Kings of Orient Are” is a classic Christmas carol written by John Henry Hopkins Jr. in 1857. It was originally composed for a Christmas pageant at the General Theological Seminary in New York City, where Hopkins served as both rector and music instructor. Notably, it was one of the first widely popular Christmas carols written in America.
The song narrates the journey of the Biblical Magi—also known as the Three Wise Men or Kings—as they follow the star to Bethlehem to bring gifts to the newborn Jesus. Each verse reflects the perspective of a different king, highlighting the symbolic meaning of the gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Musically, the carol stands out for its hauntingly beautiful melody in a minor key, which adds a sense of mystery and reverence to the story it tells. Its solemn tone and rich harmonies make it a beloved piece for choirs and instrumental arrangements during the Christmas season.
With its timeless message and evocative tune, “We Three Kings” remains a cherished part of holiday celebrations around the world, perfect for both spiritual reflection and festive performance.