African Bell Carol (for Percussion and Winds), arr. Robert W. Smith – Score & Sound
Source: https://youtu.be/cPmLc4vaXlg
Channel: Alfred Music Concert Band

African Bell Carol (for Percussion and Winds)

Arr. Robert W. Smith

The arrangement begins quietly with percussion disguising the familiar melodic material. A series of musical evolutions builds to an impressive conclusion. This selection is sure to be a holiday treat for years to come.

How Ukrainian Shchedryk became a worldwide hit Carol of the Bells

How Ukrainian Shchedryk became a worldwide hit Carol of the Bells
Source: https://youtu.be/dmkoIJK9ggs
Channel: Embassy of Ukraine in the Republic of Finland

Ukraine — the country that gave Christmas magic to the world!

Back in the 1916, a genius Ukrainian 🇺🇦 composer Mykola Leontovych used one of the oldest melodies of Ukrainian folklore to create a true masterpiece — a Christmas carol called #Shchedryk.

And now every Christmas, the whole world sings the Carol of the Bells – Shchedryk’s English version. What is the history behind it? How it became popular? Why the main symbol of Shchedryk is a swallow?

Explore in the video! 🎞

Created with the support of the British Embassy Kyiv, Leontovych Institute (Tina Peresunko) and Plusone social impact.

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