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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.
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[Official Video] Carol of the Bells – Peter Hollens & Friends
By Peter J. Wilhousky Copyright 1936 by Carl Fischer, Inc Copyright renewed. All rights assigned to Carl Fisher, LLC All rights reserved. Used with permission. This arrangement 2016 by Carl Fischer, LLC