“Angels We Have Heard on High” is a traditional Christmas carol, and it can be played on various instruments, including the flute.
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“Angels We Have Heard on High” is a traditional Christmas carol, and it can be played on various instruments, including the flute.
This piece is a setting of the Gloria text, a part of the Ordinary of the Roman Catholic Mass. It is a relatively concise work compared to some of Bach’s…
“Away in a Manger” is a traditional Christmas carol, often associated with nativity celebrations. Its origins are somewhat disputed, with the first two verses historically attributed to Martin Luther, though…
“Silent Night” (German: “Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht”) is a widely cherished Christmas carol known for its simple and serene melody. It was originally written in German by Joseph Mohr, with…
“Die musikalische Schlittenfahrt,” which translates to “The Musical Sleigh Ride” in English, is a delightful and festive composition by the German composer Leopold Mozart. Leopold Mozart, father of the renowned…
The English lyrics for “Carol of the Bells” were written by Peter J. Wilhousky in 1936. Wilhousky’s version of the song tells the story of the bells announcing the arrival…
“Away in a Manger” is a popular Christmas carol that is often sung during the holiday season. It has become a well-loved part of Christmas traditions in many English-speaking countries.…
The traditional Christmas carol “Far, Far Away on Judea’s Plains” is often attributed to John Menzies Macfarlane, a Scottish-born Canadian composer and music educator. He lived during the 19th and…
“Ave Maria” composed by Charles Gounod is one of the most well-known settings of this prayer. Gounod’s “Ave Maria” is based on Johann Sebastian Bach’s “Prelude in C Major,” specifically…
“O Holy Night” (French: “Cantique de Noël”) is a Christmas carol that was written in French by poet Placide Cappeau and set to music by composer Adolphe Adam. Cappeau wrote…
“God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen” has been recorded and performed by numerous artists and choirs over the years and remains a popular and enduring part of the Christmas music tradition.…
Tchaikovsky’s “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” from the timeless ballet “The Nutcracker” is a masterpiece that has captivated audiences for generations. Bringing this enchanting piece to life on the…
Max Reger’s Opus 17, No. 9 “Weihnachtstraum” refers to one of the pieces in his collection of solo piano works. It is a German phrase that translates to “Christmas dream”…
“What Sweeter Music” is a Christmas carol composed by British composer John Rutter. Rutter is known for his contributions to modern choral music, and “What Sweeter Music” is one of…
The hymn “While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks” is a classic Christmas carol with a rich history. It is commonly sung to the tune “Winchester Old,” and the lyrics are attributed…
The Christmas Oratorio (Weihnachtsoratorium), BWV 248, is a magnificent choral work composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Completed in 1734, it is a set of six cantatas intended for performance during…