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Performed by George Carlaw & the Avalon Pops Orchestra “
Carol of the Bells” is a popular Christmas carol composed by Ukrainian composer Mykola Leontovych in 1914 with lyrics by Peter J. Wilhousky. The song is based on a Ukrainian folk chant called “Shchedryk”. Wilhousky’s lyrics are copyrighted, although the original musical composition is not.
The song is recognized by a four-note ostinato motif. It has been arranged many times for different genres, styles of singing and settings and has been covered by artists and groups of many genres: classical, metal, jazz, country music, rock, and pop. The piece has also been featured in films, television shows, and parodies.
The Avalon Pops Orchestra
Santa’s Symphony
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This beautiful melody, now popularly known in English as ‘Carol of the Bells is based on the traditional Ukrainian chant ‘Shchedryk’.
If you’re not a very confident player, there is also an easier arrangement available – see the video here: https://youtu.be/iTLwQIGUpMs
The sheet music can be found here: https://tamsindearnley.co.uk/checkout… if you’d like to add this to your Christmas repertoire!