“The First Nowell,” also spelled as “The First Noel,” is a traditional English Christmas carol. The word “Noel” is an old English word derived from the French “Noël,” which means Christmas. The carol dates back to the 18th century or earlier, and it tells the story of the nativity of Jesus Christ.
The “Coventry Carol” is a Christmas carol that dates back to the 16th century. It is part of a larger work known as the “Coventry Mystery Plays,” which were a…
“Angels We Have Heard on High” is a traditional Christmas carol, and it can be played on various instruments, including the flute.
“The Sussex Mummers’ Christmas Carol” is a traditional English carol that originated in the county of Sussex, England. It is also known by other titles, including “The Cherry Tree Carol”…
“Angels We Have Heard on High” is a traditional Christmas carol with French origins. The English lyrics were written by James Chadwick, an English Roman Catholic bishop, in the mid-19th…
“Silent Night” was composed by Franz Xaver Gruber, an Austrian schoolteacher, in 1818. The lyrics were written by Joseph Mohr, an Austrian priest, in the same year. The carol was…
“O Come, Little Children” is a traditional German Christmas carol originally titled “Ihr Kinderlein, kommet.” The lyrics were written by Christoph von Schmid in the early 19th century, and the…
“The Christmas Tree” (Elka in Russian), Op. 21 is a suite of piano pieces that depict scenes related to a Christmas tree and its decorations. The suite is often performed…
In addition to its Latin version, “Gaudete” has been translated into various languages, and there are many different musical arrangements of the carol. One of the most well-known versions is…
Bach – Christmas Oratorio (Weihnachtsoratorium) completed in 1734, it is a set of six cantatas intended for performance during the Christmas season. Each cantata corresponds to a specific feast day…
Gounod’s “L’Angelus” captures the solemnity and reverence of the Angelus prayer through its expressive melodies and harmonies. The title is French for “The Angelus,” and the music aims to convey…
“Jingle Bells” was written by James Lord Pierpont and published under the title “One Horse Open Sleigh” in 1857. The song’s catchy melody and upbeat lyrics have made it a…
“Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming” is a classic Christmas carol that carries a rich history and deep spiritual meaning. The lyrics of the carol poetically depict the prophetic anticipation…
“Winter Wonderland” is a popular Christmas song written by Felix Bernard and Richard B. Smith. It was first published in 1934 and has since become a classic holiday tune. The…
“O Nata Lux de Lumine” or “O Light Born of Light” is a hymn often associated with the Christian liturgy, particularly the office of Compline. It is commonly used during…
“Noel Nouvelet” is a traditional French Christmas carol that has been cherished for its beautiful melody and joyful lyrics. “Noel Nouvelet,” often simply referred to as “Noel,” dates back to…
