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— INDEX OF SONGS — “Winter Wonderland” ..............................................................................................Page 4 “Silent Night” ................................................................................................................Page 5 “The 12 Days of Christmas”..................................................................................Page 7 “Rudolph” .......................................................................................................................Page 8 “Deck the Halls” ..........................................................................................................Page 9 “O Christmas Tree” .................................................................................................Page 10 “The Christmas Song”............................................................................................Page 11 “Jingle Bells”................................................................................................................Page 12 “O Holy Night”..........................................................................................................Page 13 “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” ...............................................................Page 14 “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”.................................................Page 15

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“Winter Wonderland”

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening, In the lane, snow is glistening, A beautiful sight, we’re happy tonight, Walking in a winter wonderland.

He’ll say: Are you married? We’ll say: No man, But you can do the job while you’re in town.

In the meadow we can build a snowman, Then pretend that he is Parson Brown,

When it snows, ain’t it thrilling, Though your nose gets a chilling

Gone away is the bluebird, Here to stay is a new bird, He sings a love song, as we go along, Walking in a winter wonderland.

Later on, we’ll conspire, As we dream by the fire, To face unafraid, the plans that we’ve made, Walking in a winter wonderland.

We’ll frolic and play, the Eskimo way, Walking in a winter wonderland.

Walking in a winter wonderland, Walking in a winter wonderland

“Winter Wonderland,” with its vivid cold weather imagery, seems like it was tailor-made to sing around Christmastime. But much like “Jingle Bells,” the song wasn’t actually written for the holiday season. The lyrics were penned in the 1930s by Richard Bernhard Smith, who was suffering from tuberculosis at the time and holed up indoors. Smith stared out his window observing kids playing innocently in the snow and wrote a poem evoking feelings of the carefree days he once knew. Smith’s friend and musician Felix Bernard took the lyrics and composed a melody to go with them. Even though the song never specifically mentions Christmas, it quickly became a holiday standard.

Lyrics attributed to John Francis Wade, Lyrics courtesy of www.hymnary.org

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“Silent Night”

Silent night! Holy night!

All is calm, all is bright Round yon Virgin Mother and Child, Holy infant so tender and mild, Sleep in Heavenly peace!

Sleep in Heavenly peace!

Silent night! Holy night!

Son of God, Love’s pure light Radiant beams from Thy Holy face, With the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord at Thy birth, Jesus, Lord at Thy birth.

Silent night! Holy night!

Shepherds quake at the sight; Glories stream from Heaven afar, Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia, Christ, the Saviour, is born!

Christ, the Saviour, is born!

In 2018, the popular Christmas carol “Silent Night” celebrated the 200th anniversary of its first performance. The lyrics to “Silent Night” were written by Austrian Roman Catholic priest Joseph Mohr in 1816.

Over the years, the melody has been credited to the likes of legendary composers such as Mozart and Beethoven. However, a manuscript handwritten by Mohr and discovered in 1995 revealed that the Austrian composer Franz Xaver Gruber composed the music to this beloved song.

Lyrics written by Joseph Mohr, Lyrics courtesy of Lyricsforchristmas.com

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“The 12 Days of Christmas”

On the first day of Christmas my true love sent to me A partridge in a pear tree

On the second day of Christmas my true love sent to me Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree On the third day of Christmas my true love sent to me Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree

On the fourth day of Christmas my true love sent to me Four calling birds Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree On the fifth day of Christmas my true love sent to me Five golden rings Four calling birds Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree

On the sixth day of Christmas my true love sent to me Six geese a-laying Five golden rings Four calling birds Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree

On the seventh day of Christmas my true love sent to me Seven swans a-swimming Six geese a-laying Five golden rings Four calling birds Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree On the eighth day of Christmas my true love sent to me Eight maids a-milking Seven swans a-swimming Six geese a-laying Five golden rings Four calling birds Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree On the ninth day of Christmas my true love sent to me Nine ladies dancing Eight maids a-milking Seven swans a-swimming Six geese a-laying Five golden rings Four calling birds Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree On the 10th day of Christmas my true love sent to me 10 lords a-leaping Nine ladies dancing Eight maids a-milking Seven swans a-swimming Six geese a-laying Five golden rings Four calling birds Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree

On the 11th day of Christmas my true love sent to me 11 pipers piping 10 lords a-leaping Nine ladies dancing Eight maids a-milking Seven swans a-swimming Six geese a-laying Five golden rings Four calling birds Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree

On the 12th day of Christmas my true love sent to me 12 drummers drumming 11 pipers piping 10 lords a-leaping Nine ladies dancing Eight maids a-milking Seven swans a-swimming Six geese a-laying Five golden rings Four calling birds Three french hens Two turtle doves, and A partridge in a pear tree

One of the most instantly recognizable holiday songs also boasts one of the most unique histories of any Christmas carol. The exact origins and author of “The 12 Days of Christmas” are unknown, but according to the Catholic News Agency, the song was written for Catholic children in England sometime after 1558. Between 1558 and 1829, Catholics in England were forbidden to practice their faith openly. The song “The 12 Days of Christmas” was used to teach Catholic children living under such restrictions about their faith. As a result, the song is filled with hidden meaning, even if modern celebrants largely sing it to express their festive moods and not necessarily their respective faiths.

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Lyrics courtesy of Genius.com

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“Rudolph”

Then one foggy Christmas Eve Santa came to say "Rudolph, with your nose so bright Won't you guide my sleigh tonight?"

Then how the reindeer loved him As they shouted out with glee "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer You'll go down in history"

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Had a very shiny nose And if you ever saw it You would even say it glows You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen Comet and Cupid and Donner and Blitzen But do you recall The most famous reindeer of all?

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Had a very shiny nose And if you ever saw it You would even say it glows

All of the other reindeer Used to laugh and call him names They never let poor Rudolph Join in any reindeer games

All of the other reindeer Used to laugh and call him names They never let poor Rudolph Join in any reindeer games Then one foggy Christmas Eve Santa came to say "Rudolph, with your nose so bright Won't you guide my sleigh tonight?"

Then how the reindeer loved him As they shouted out with glee "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer You'll go down in history"

Adults and children alike are familiar with the tale of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” As the lyrics of the song illustrate: Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer had a very shiny nose / And if you ever saw it, you would even say it glows. Popularized by the song written by Johnny Marks and sung by Gene Autry, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer dates back to 1939. A copywriter named Robert L. May created the story of the misfit reindeer in 1939 when working for Montgomery Ward. The retail giant was producing marketing holiday coloring books for children and wanted to come up with a clever character. Although Rudolph is now beloved, May’s original ideas included Rollo and Reginald. Also, Rudolph’s famed red nose almost didn’t come to be. Because a red nose at the time was viewed as a sign of alcoholism, Montgomery Ward was hesitant to be on board with the bulbous, red snoot. A blue nose was considered, but later changed. In its first year of publication, Montgomery Ward had distributed 2.4 million copies of Rudolph’s story. The catchy tune came thereafter, followed by a cartoon short in 1948. In 1964, the stop-motion animated television special further propelled Rudolph to celebrity and became the most recognizable Rudolph adaption. Today, Rudolph is known across the globe as the reindeer responsible for navigating Santa’s sleigh through tricky weather on Christmas Eve. He continues to be loved by many, young and old

Lyrics courtesy of Hymnary.org

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“Deck the Halls”

Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Follow me in merry measure, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Fill the meadcup, drain the barrel, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Fast away the old year passes, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

‘Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

While I sing of beauty’s treasure, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Troul the ancient Christmas carol, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Hail the new, ye lads and lasses!

Fa la la la la, la la la la.

See the flowing bowl before us, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Laughing, quaffing all together, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Strike the harp and join the chorus, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Heedless of the wind and weather, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

It’s hard to hear “Deck the Halls” and not immediately be overcome by the festive nature of the holiday season. The lyrics to “Deck the Halls” were written by the Scottish musician Thomas Oliphant in 1862, and the song many people know today is a traditional Christmas carol.

However, the Welsh melody that is part of the song can be traced to the 16th century and a song called “Nos Galan.” That song is not about Christmas, but rather New Year’s Eve.

English lyrics written by Thomas Oliphant, Lyrics courtesy of Digital Music News

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“O Christmas Tree”

O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree Thy leaves are so unchanging O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree Thy leaves are so unchanging Not only green when summer’s here But also when it’s cold and drear O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree Thy leaves are so unchanging O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree Such pleasure do you bring me O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree Such pleasure do you bring me For every year this Christmas tree Brings to us such joy and glee O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree Such pleasure do you bring me

O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree You’ll ever be unchanging A symbol of goodwill and love You’ll ever be unchanging Each shining light, each silver bell No one alive spreads cheer so well O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree You’ll ever be unchanging

“O Christmas Tree” is a wildly popular holiday song. In fact, the song is so popular that there are many different versions, each of which is based on a traditional German folk song. That song, “O Tannenbaum,” is centuries old and has nothing to do with Christmas.

Lyrics courtesy of Genius.com

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“The Christmas Song”

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose.

Yuletide carols being sung by a choir, and folks dressed up like Eskimos.

He’s loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh.

And every mother’s child is gonna spy to see if reindeer really know how to fly.

And so I’m offering this simple phrase to kids from one to ninety-two.

Although it’s been said many times many ways: Merry Christmas to you!

Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe help to make the season bright.

Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow will find it hard to sleep tonight.

They know that Santa’s on his way.

“The Christmas Song,” perhaps better known as “Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire,” is a beloved tune cowritten in 1945 by Mel Tormé and Robert Wells. The song was reportedly penned on a hot July day and the writers had to think cool thoughts to evoke a feeling of the holiday season. This Christmas classic became one of the defining performances of Nat King Cole’s career, as he is one of the most popular artists to perform the song and recorded it on at least three separate occasions.

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“Jingle Bells” Dashing through the snow In a one-horse open sleigh O’er the fields we go Laughing all the way

Bells on bobtail ring Making spirits bright What fun it is to ride and sing A sleighing song tonight! Oh,

Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh. Hey!

Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh.

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Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh. Hey! Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh.

A day or two ago, The story I must tell I went out on the snow, And on my back I fell; A gent was riding by In a one-horse open sleigh, He laughed as there I sprawling lie, But quickly drove away.

Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh.

Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh.

Now the ground is white

Go it while you’re young, Take the girls tonight and sing this sleighing song; Just get a bobtailed Two forty as his speed Hitch him to an open sleigh And crack! you’ll take the lead.

Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh.

Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh.

The popular Christmas carol “Jingle Bells” has an interesting history that remains a topic of debate even now.

Written by New England native James Lord Pierpont, “Jingle Bells” was never intended to be a Christmas song, and in fact does not even mention Christmas or any other holiday. In addition, the song’s birthplace is disputed, so much so that there are two commemorative plaques in two different cities, each of which claims to be the place where Pierpont purportedly wrote the song in the 1850s. One plaque is in Medford, Massachusetts, where Pierpont is said to have written the song from a tavern while watching sleigh races taking place outside. The other plaque is in Savannah, Georgia, where locals believe Pierpont wrote the lyrics prior to leading a sing-along of the song at a local church in 1857.

Lyrics written by James Lord Pierpont, Lyrics courtesy of Digital Music News

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“O Holy Night”

O holy night!

The stars are brightly shining, It is the night of the dear Savior’s birth!

Long lay the world in sin and error pining, Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth!

A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.

Fall on your knees!

O hear the angel voices!

O night divine, O night when Christ was born.

O night divine!

O night, O night divine!

Truly He taught us to love one another; His law is love and His gospel is peace.

Bonds shall we make until we all are brothers, and in His name all oppression shall cease.

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Fall on your knees!

O hear the angel voices!

O night divine, O night when Christ was born.

O night divine!

O night, O night divine!

O HOLY NIGHT!

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Lyrics written by Placide Cappeau, Lyrics courtesy of PBS.org

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“We Wish You a Merry Christmas”

We wish you a merry Christmas, We wish you a merry Christmas, We wish you a merry Christmas, And a Happy New Year!

Good tidings we bring for you and your kin; We wish you a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Now bring us some figgy pudding, Now bring us some figgy pudding, Now bring us some figgy pudding, And a cup of good cheer!

Good tidings we bring for you and your kin; We wish you a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

We all like our figgy pudding; We all like our figgy pudding; We all like our figgy pudding; With all its good cheer.

We won’t go until we get some We won’t go until we get some We won’t go until we get some So bring it out here!

Good tidings we bring for you and your kin; We wish you a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

We wish you a merry Christmas, We wish you a merry Christmas, We wish you a merry Christmas, And a Happy New Year!

And a Happy New Year!

Good tidings we bring for you and your kin; We wish you a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Good tidings we bring for you and your kin; We wish you a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Historians have uncovered the origins of many popular Christmas carols, but others remain somewhat mysterious. Such is the case with “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” an instantly recognizable tune that some historians believe can be traced back to the 16th century. According to Songfacts.com, “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” reflects an English tradition in which wealthy people in England would give treats to visiting carolers on Christmas Eve. One such treat was figgy pudding, which the song has immortalized.

Lyrics courtesy of Hymnsandcarolsofchristmas.com

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“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”

Have yourself a merry little Christmas, Let your heart be light, From now on our troubles Will be out of sight.

Gather near to us, once more.

Through the years we all will be together If the fates allow, Hang a shining star upon the highest bough, And have yourself a merry little Christmas now.

Have yourself a merry little Christmas, Make the yuletide gay, From now on our troubles Will be miles away.

Here we are as in olden days, Happy golden days of yore, Faithful friends who are dear to us, Gather near to us, once more.

Through the years we all will be together, If the fates allow, Hang a shining star upon the highest bough.

And have yourself a merry little Christmas now.

Here we are as in olden days, Happy golden days of yore, Faithful friends who are dear to us,

“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” has been recorded by many artists over the years. It was written in the 1940s by composers Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane. The song was featured in the movie “Meet Me in St. Louis” and sung by Judy Garland, who immortalized it. More than 10 years after Garland introduced the world to the song, Frank Sinatra released a Christmas album to revitalize his music career and wanted to include “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” though he asked composer Martin to tweak the lyrics to give it a lighter tone. Martin obliged, and the newer version has since widely become the standard.

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