Inspired by a French Christmas carol of the mid 1800s and set to the tune of the ancient hymn “Gloria,” this song is a glorious musical celebration of the birth of Christ.

Advent hymns usually have a more solemn tone than Christmas hymns and focus on the themes of waiting, hope, and anticipation for Jesus’ coming into the world,” adds Fredrickson, who has an M.A ...

Hymns, carols and 'echoes of a Polish Christmas' planned at Boswell church David Hurst, The Tribune-Democrat, Johnstown, Pa. Thu, January 4, 2024 at 11:37 PM UTC ...

One of my favorite Christmas hymns was introduced to me when I was a young adult with a 2-year-old daughter. I learned it at a church choir practice and thought it was mournfully beautiful.

On Christmas Eve, the church choir would gather to plan their route for the night of serenading. Armed with hymn books, they would visit each homestead, singing two or more carols for every household.

Leon Russell: The Lawton-born musician's Hymns of Christmas includes "Away in a Manger." Vince Gill : Raised in Oklahoma City, his album Breath of Heaven features "It's the Most Wonderful Time of ...

“Silent Night” is one of the most popular Christmas hymns, often sung in churches lit only by candles. The song describes a “tender and mild” infant Christ slumbering undisturbed in ...

One of my favorite Christmas hymns was introduced to me when I was a young adult with a 2-year-old daughter. I learned it at a church choir practice and thought it was mournfully beautiful.

Leon Russell’s 1995 album “Hymns of Christmas” was released on vinyl for the first time Nov. 29. Courtesy, Leon Russell Records ‘Hymns of Christmas’ by Leon Russell ...

Oklahoma’s talented artists are spreading festive cheer through their Christmas music. From timeless classics to new holiday favorites, these local musicians bring their unique flair to the ...