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Renaissance Christmas

While today Christmas is considered one of the primary holidays of the Christian faith, it was not always this way. During medieval times, Christmas was a much more solemn affair than it is today. It was a day of prayer … Continue reading

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Christmas During Medieval Times

Noel [noh-el] – noun – a Christmas song or carol We are all very familiar with The First Noel but have you ever wondered what came after that? The first specifically Christmas hymns that we know of appear in fourth … Continue reading

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Before there was Christmas

Due to a problem with my Facebook link I am posting this again. Today is the first Sunday of Advent.  It is the official start of the Christmas season. What would the Christmas season be without music?  For the next 26 … Continue reading

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