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Show THE - THURSDAY, CITIZEN DEC. 28, 1174 ! Pirst Christmas Carols Were Dance Songs Or Ring Songs The first carols were dance songs, or Maypole, or to celebrate other festive occasions throughout the year, during the Middle Ages. Later they became more exclusively associated with Christmas. The word "carol" derives from the Greek and Latin word choraules" meaning chorus." The phrase, Christmas Carols" first appeared during the 16th century in England In little songbooks printed by Wynken de Worde and Richard Kele. DANCE CAROLS Best examples of these rounds or ring dances are still to be found in Sweden, where people dance around the tree singing many rollicking songs. Elsewhere, dance carols are merely sung, although many of the tunes are known to Inspire dancing feet. SHEPHERD CAROLS, of and about the shepherds to whom the angels appeared, ana their coming to the stable with humble gifts are .the most human and appealing account of Christs birth. They were sung to accompany the vivid portrayals of this scene In the medieval mystery" plays, which were common In England as well as all .other European countries. Best known today Is the traditional English carol, While Shepherds Watched." LULLABY CAROLS were among the earliest Christmas songs and like all cradle songs have a rocking, lilting rhythm and a simple melody. Cradle rocking carols or Klndelwlegen were a part of the ...church ritua. In Germany and Austria. A good example of this type of carol Is the 16th century English carol, What Child Is This?" which was sung to the 16th An; century - dance tune, other isthe 19th century American anonymous carol, Away In A Manger." One of the most beautiful of all lullaby carols is the Coventry Carol," which was a part of one of the English medieval mysteries. It Is sung by a group of women, portraying Bethlehem mothers Just before Herod's soldiers slaughter their babies. CAROLS OF THE MAGI The arrival of the Magi with precious gifts for the Christ Child is the most picturesque and colorful part of all Christmas pageants. The Magi song, all tell this rich, spiritual story. Among the most familiar of these to Americans Is We Three Kings," the words and music for which were written by John Henry Hopkins, Jr. In the 19th century. NATIVITY CAROLS There are many varieties of these. The first hymns in honor of the Nativity were written in Latin during the 5th century, when Christmas was fully established as one of the great church feasts. It was not until the 13th century, when St. Francis of Assisi Inspired hi' friends to write in their native tongue, that Nativity Songs were written for the peoole to sing. From Italy, these Nativity Songs spread throughout all Europe. Two of the most familiar of these to U3 are: Joy To The World," written by Isaac Watts In the 17th century and the 18th century German Stille Nacht" (Silent Night) by Joseph Mohr. The original musical called for a guitar accompaniment. IT.CENDARY CAROLS spring from the folklore of- people throughout the world Inspired by superstitions and beliefs. One thing they have in common is that they all tell a story. Most well known of these Is the traditional English I Saw Three Ships," "The Boar's Head Carol both from the Middle Ages, the latter of which Is still sung at Christmas dinner at Queens College, Oxford, as the boar's head Is ceremoniously brought In. Good King Weneeslas," written by J. M. Neale In the 19th century Is about a fervent Christian Duke of Bohemia. CAROLS OF CUSTOM deal with customs that have become attached to Christmas celebrations. For example, the yule log and mistletoe of England go back to the Druids. Decking the halls with boughs of holly and ever- - ring songs, sung by villagers around a . green come from the Hebrews, Egyptians, 'Romans and other ancient peoples, for whom the evergreens were symbolic of life triumphant over death. The wreath came originally from the ivy crown worn by Romans in Bacchanalian festivals. "Wasn sail" was the drinking pledge, "Waes-Haewhich means "Be in health" and which was part of Early Saxon feasts. Tannenbaum" (O Christmas Tree) the traditional German carol goes back to the early days of wandering tribes, who would always leave a grove of trees in the middle of the land they cleared. Anglo-Saxo- l" ii ''O CAROLS FOR T1IE TWELVE an Happiness is patrons like you. Thanks! 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LeniHudinal arch MA to EEEL consid-erablretbtAi- ee that the the universally on one day, but United States to celebrate It Is unlikely that such the birth of Jesus on De- unanimity will be achieved It DAYS During the 6th century, the 13 days from Nativity to Epiphany were drclarrd a festive season, celebrated in medieval England by many gay customs including, jousts, banquets, caroling and "mumming." which originally was a sort of pantomime dance performed by masked and costumed groups. Best known of these carols are the traditional English God Rest Ye Merry, amj The Twelve Days of Christmas," which is based on an old French rhyme and chant. 5 AM to 12 EEEE Phone KnMy fted 752-555- 2 ALVIN A. DAVIS L 4th S. 418 Logan n, Utah 84321 In Bethlehem, Christs birthplace, the Roman celebration begins on Christmas Eve, December 24th, highlighted by the traditional Midnight Mass, and continues on Christmas Day. The Greek Orthodox Church, however, observes January 7 as Christmas Day, marking the occasion with similar ceremonies. January 18th and 19th are the dates for the observance In the Armenian Church. The three faiths have their own churches and chapels within the Basilica of the Nativity in Bethlehem and each observes Christmas on Its own day with services In the Grotto of the Nativity at the exact spot where, it is believed, Jesus was bom. The separate observances are bolstered by a long which ecumenism may jr find It difficult, to eraCEbi centuries the Churches disputed ' possession of the sanctuary, originally built by the Roman Emperor Constantine in 330, and precedence in worshipping there. The Greek Catholics took possession of the building In 1672. The Roman Catholics have shared It h since the century with the Greeks. Armenians have their own chapel and this city of monasteiyln about 25,000 population. Since the different observances all involve numbers of celebrants, processions, traffic control, and other civic problems, the authorities of Bethlehem and the surrounding area would be just as happy if Christmas were celebrated hls-.to- ry May the Christmas Season be a meinr.rable and joyous time filled with , mld-19t- blessings and love for all. Mountain Man Logan Utah 927 North Main Phone J 753-460- 6 3 . .. . I'Ml- ' - K ' f H' ' V Deni m -- Eett and Family Helen and George Heath and family, Smithfield Norma Thompson, Shelley Manager vetoes for the au Yes, plan your New Years Party at The Four Winds with LIVE mUSiC. Pat poor reservations Open from 5 p.m. in to NOW! 1 pjn. 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