"Macht hoch die Tür" (Lift Up Your Heads) Sheet Music: The Majestic Advent Hymn

Since 1623, "Macht hoch die Tür, die Tor macht weit" (Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates) has resounded at the beginning of Advent in churches throughout the German-speaking world. The text by Georg Weisel and the powerful Baroque melody create a solemn atmosphere full of anticipation and joy for Christmas. With its vivid imagery of the Redeemer's entry, this hymn is one of the most significant German Advent songs and an integral part of Protestant church music tradition.

Whether you want to sing the hymn in multi-part choir arrangements, let it resound majestically on organ, accompany it on piano, or arrange it festively for brass instruments, you'll find sheet music for every instrumentation and occasion here. From classical choral arrangements and festive organ preludes to modern ensemble settings: Find your sheet music, download it instantly, and herald the Advent season with this dignified classic. 100% legal and fairly priced per download.