The concert by Harald Haugaard and Helene Blum discussed here inspired me to create not just one, but two lyrics that are rough “translations”—singable free paraphrases—from Danish. Today's song triangulates with what I wrote about both “Staffanvisan”/“Christmas Party,” as well as my update of “Every Star Shall Sing a Carol." Let’s finish up this train … Continue reading 12 Songs for Christmas: Dejlig Er Jorden (Beautiful is the Earth)
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12 Songs for Christmas: Staffansvisa
Let’s recall that we embarked on 12 days of Christmas songs, unranked, and on the second day I premiered my new English-language lyrics for a Swedish tune that I first heard earlier this month in a concert by Harald Haugaard and Helene Blum's band. Here it is again in a remarkably fine performance by students … Continue reading 12 Songs for Christmas: Staffansvisa
12 Songs for Christmas: Christmas Party!
As I announced on Christmas Eve, I decided to start a "12 days of Christmas" music experiment on this blog. One song a day, with a few comments about some of them. Not ranked. Second up is a brand new song! I wish I had time to polish the recording and add a couple … Continue reading 12 Songs for Christmas: Christmas Party!
12 Songs for Christmas: Vökuró
Writing on Christmas Eve, I have decided to start a "12 days of Christmas" music experiment on this blog. One song a day, with a few comments on some of them. Not ranked. First up, in honor of the solstice that just passed, is what might be the most beautiful song I know: Björk’s … Continue reading 12 Songs for Christmas: Vökuró
