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Text:O how joyous is the music
Author:Emily E. S. Elliott
Tune:MISSIONARY SONG
Composer:S. J. Vail

564. O how joyous is the music

Text Information
First Line: O how joyous is the music
Author: Emily E. S. Elliott
Refrain First Line: Then spread the joyful tidings!
Meter: 8.7.8.7.D. (with refrain)
Language: English
Publication Date: 1897
Topic: Hymns for the Young: Missions
Tune Information
Name: MISSIONARY SONG
Composer: S. J. Vail
Meter: 8.7.8.7.D. (with refrain)
Key: G Major



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