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Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Guitar
One of the most beautiful Christmas hymns ever composed. The soaring melody demands careful chord changes.
Hymn (4/4 Time)
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Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C F C
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining
F C G
It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth
C F C
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Em Am G
Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth
Chorus
Am Em Am
A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
G C
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Am C F C
Fall on your knees, oh hear the angel voices
G C F C
O night divine, O night when Christ was born
G C F C
O night, O holy night, O night divine
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C F G Am Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "O Holy Night"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.
Is "O Holy Night" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "O Holy Night" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "O Holy Night"?
It was written by Adolphe Adam, Placide Cappeau, and released in 1847.
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Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Ukulele
One of the most beautiful Christmas hymns ever composed. The soaring melody demands careful chord changes.
Hymn (4/4 Time)
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Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C F C
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining
F C G
It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth
C F C
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Em Am G
Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth
Chorus
Am Em Am
A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
G C
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Am C F C
Fall on your knees, oh hear the angel voices
G C F C
O night divine, O night when Christ was born
G C F C
O night, O holy night, O night divine
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C F G Am Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "O Holy Night"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.
Is "O Holy Night" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "O Holy Night" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "O Holy Night"?
It was written by Adolphe Adam, Placide Cappeau, and released in 1847.
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Emtap to play
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Piano
One of the most beautiful Christmas hymns ever composed. The soaring melody demands careful chord changes.
Hymn (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
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Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C F C
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining
F C G
It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth
C F C
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Em Am G
Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth
Chorus
Am Em Am
A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
G C
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Am C F C
Fall on your knees, oh hear the angel voices
G C F C
O night divine, O night when Christ was born
G C F C
O night, O holy night, O night divine
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C F G Am Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "O Holy Night"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.
Is "O Holy Night" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "O Holy Night" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "O Holy Night"?
It was written by Adolphe Adam, Placide Cappeau, and released in 1847.
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Ftap to play
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Amtap to play
Emtap to play
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Banjo
One of the most beautiful Christmas hymns ever composed. The soaring melody demands careful chord changes.
Hymn (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
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Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C F C
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining
F C G
It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth
C F C
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Em Am G
Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth
Chorus
Am Em Am
A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
G C
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Am C F C
Fall on your knees, oh hear the angel voices
G C F C
O night divine, O night when Christ was born
G C F C
O night, O holy night, O night divine
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C F G Am Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "O Holy Night"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.
Is "O Holy Night" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "O Holy Night" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "O Holy Night"?
It was written by Adolphe Adam, Placide Cappeau, and released in 1847.
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Ftap to play
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Emtap to play
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Mandolin
One of the most beautiful Christmas hymns ever composed. The soaring melody demands careful chord changes.
Hymn (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
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Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C F C
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining
F C G
It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth
C F C
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Em Am G
Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth
Chorus
Am Em Am
A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
G C
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Am C F C
Fall on your knees, oh hear the angel voices
G C F C
O night divine, O night when Christ was born
G C F C
O night, O holy night, O night divine
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C F G Am Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "O Holy Night"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.
Is "O Holy Night" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "O Holy Night" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "O Holy Night"?
It was written by Adolphe Adam, Placide Cappeau, and released in 1847.
Ctap to play
Ftap to play
Gtap to play
Amtap to play
Emtap to play
Chords
C · F · G · Am · Em
O Holy Night Chords – Harmonica
One of the most beautiful Christmas hymns ever composed. The soaring melody demands careful chord changes.
Hymn (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑↓↑
123456
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C F C
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining
F C G
It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth
C F C
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Em Am G
Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth
Chorus
Am Em Am
A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
G C
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Am C F C
Fall on your knees, oh hear the angel voices
G C F C
O night divine, O night when Christ was born
G C F C
O night, O holy night, O night divine
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 5 chords in the key of C: C F G Am Em. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: The F barre chord is the tricky one — use Fmaj7 (skip the low E and A strings) while you build finger strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "O Holy Night"?
You need 5 intermediate-friendly chords: C, F, G, Am and Em.
Is "O Holy Night" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated intermediate and uses only 5 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "O Holy Night" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "O Holy Night"?
It was written by Adolphe Adam, Placide Cappeau, and released in 1847.