Category Archives: Music History

Holly (Ilex) and ivy (Hedera helix) have been used as winter decorations since ancient times. Adorning homes with these plants freshened the air and their greenery reminded occupants of the coming spring. The cold, dark days of winter turned much of … Continue reading →

We continue our discussion of the supporting cast in the Christmas story with Luke 2:8–12. The shepherds   8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of … Continue reading →

The vast majority of Christmas songs focus on the birth of Christ, and rightfully should. However, there are a few that tell of others involved in the Christmas story; the supporting cast.  This is the first of two posts about these … Continue reading →