Category Archives: Music

12 Days of Christmas Hymns – Oh, Come, All Ye Faithful

by Elizabeth Posted on December 16, 2010

Honestly, my first memory of this song is from that Brady Bunch Christmas special. So strange. Anyway, love this tune and have always thought it had a sweet, calm sound. I’ve heard many different versions, but I don’t think any … Continue reading →

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12 Days of Christmas Hymns – Angels We Have Heard on High

by Elizabeth Posted on December 15, 2010

This is one of my favorites to sing. It seems that it’s been a selection almost every Christmas service I’ve attended and I love that no matter who is singing it, you can sense the joyfulness behind the words. I … Continue reading →

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12 Days of Christmas Hymns – Let Us the Infant Greet

by Elizabeth Posted on December 14, 2010

My second selection is another of my favorites from Loreena McKennitt’s To Drive the Cold Winter Away. This one was recorded in Glenstal Abbey in County Limerick, Ireland. The classic settings she chose to record the songs on this record … Continue reading →

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12 Days of Christmas Hymns – The Wexford Carol

by Elizabeth Posted on December 13, 2010

My first selection is one of my favorites. “The Wexford Carol” has such a haunting melody and it’s one that I find myself thinking about throughout the season. The lyrics are beautiful and a great Christmastime meditation. My favorite version … Continue reading →

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