Christmas Lullaby (Still, Still, Still and Away in a Manger)

Away in a Manger is one of the most loved Christmas carols of our time. And it’s easy to understand why! The beautiful lullaby describes that special night over 2000 years ago, using text and melody to create an emotional response in the listener. While Still, Still, Still is not as popular as Away in a Manger, it’s just […]

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“Auld Lang Syne”: A New Years Anthem

New Years Eve Auld Lang Syne

New Years means new beginnings, new goals, and a new perspective on life. But, it’s also a time of remembering and reminiscing, and that’s why we sing the traditional song “Auld Lang Syne” every New Year’s Eve. The lyrics reminisce on the year about to end, celebrating times gone by. However. While we know the […]

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The Christmas Song: A History

The Christmas Song Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire

Picture this: it’s blistering hot, the middle of summer (1945). What do you do to stay cool? You think cool thoughts, of course. That’s what songwriters Bob Wells and Mel Tormé did, and that’s how The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire) was born. Tormé said of the event: “I saw a spiral pad on […]

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