Story Behind Christmas Songs

When the lyrics to this classic traditional christmas carol were first published in 1884 in the boston periodical the myrtle the writers attributed the original verses of the song to protestant reformer martin luther born in 1483 this is almost certainly not true the words are found nowhere in luther s surviving writings and the lyrics were most.

Story behind christmas songs. The organ at the church of st. Thank you so much for sharing the stories behind the songs. Tis the season for christmas caroling. Npr s noel king spoke with mel tormé s youngest son james an accomplished jazz singer himself to get the story behind the creation of this christmas classic.

The history of christmas carols. It might seem a bit early to start referencing christmas songs but i figure if the retailers can do it so can i. Image via wikimedia commons. This festive well known christmas song didn t actually begin as a christmas song at all.

Nicholas was not working which threatened the singing sans accompaniment at the christmas eve service. So sit back pour yourself some eggnog and put on your favorite christmas cd as we unwrap the stories behind 10 of the most popular songs of the season. If so read on to learn about the stories behind some of your favorite holiday tunes. Stories behind 10 famous christmas songs.

What i particularly love about the story of silent night is the reason behind the use of the guitar. It makes the singing of them all the richer. Anonymous away in a manger. In 1946 nat king cole became the first recording artist to wrap his lush vocals around what would become a standard of the holiday season the christmas song but that song was written by a different crooner.

The song was actually written by two austrians. Here s a closer look at the stories behind some of your favorite holiday tunes. One named franz xaver. Santa claus is coming to town.

Have you ever wondered about the meanings and history behind christmas songs. Singing holiday songs goes hand in hand with baking christmas treats and learning the story of santa claus and rudolph the red nosed reindeer. Grab your mariah carey vocals.