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"Veni, Veni, Emmanuel," also known as "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel," is a Christian hymn for Advent. Here are some interesting facts about it:
Ancient Origins: The hymn synthesizes the great, ancient "O Antiphons" sung for Vespers during Advent.
Tune and Translation: The familiar tune, "Veni Emmanuel," was first linked with this hymn in 1851, when Thomas Helmore published it in the Hymnal Noted, paired with an early revision of Neale's English translation.
Variations: While the "Veni Emmanuel" tune predominates in the English-speaking world, several others have been closely associated with the hymn.
Concerto: "Veni, Veni, Emmanuel" is also the title of a concerto for percussion and orchestra by James MacMillan, the most frequently performed concerto composed in the 1990s.
Significance: The hymn is significant for its ancient origins, its association with the Advent season, and its musical adaptations, including a notable concerto by James MacMillan.
These facts highlight the hymn's rich history, musical significance, and enduring popularity.
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