✨ One year ago, I released 'Lullaby'. 🎶 This song holds a special place in my heart. Just like a lullaby brings comfort, I hope 'Lullaby' offered you some solace. As we welcome a new year, let's cherish the memories and embrace the hope that comes with fresh starts. Happy Holidays & a Happy New Year! ✨ #Lullaby #NewYear #Reflection #Hope #Music
Preparations for the New Year in Japan begin on December 13th, 'Shōgatsu-goto Hajime' (正月事始め). Pine decorations are cut or bought ('matsu-mukae' 松迎え) and the house is cleaned from top to bottom ('susu-harai' すす払い).
One of my favorite holiday songs has alway been “Carol of the Bells.” It has such a different tone than all the others.
It was only today that I learned that a Ukrainian composer wrote the music in 1916, and that the original lyrics had nothing to do with Christmas. The song was titled “Shchedryk” which means ‘bountiful evening’ in Ukrainian. It tells the story of a swallow flying into a family’s home to tell of the bountiful new year to come.
The Ukrainian version is so beautiful. YouTube version attached if you care to listen.
Live by Bel Canto Choir Vilnius (November 2010).Apple Music: https://apple.co/3s4hVJLSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3F0cPDIAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Kz9mwSЩе...
