Looking for some Christmas tunes?

By Annette Osborne -
I apologise to your ears in advance. This post is full of Christmas music, ranging from the traditional to the dance-party vibe. If you are looking for some songs for your church or children's community or church programme, then here are a few we have come across. I have provided the Youtube links to them so you can have a listen. 

 Listen at your own risk :) 

Mary, did you know? Stunning! Good to play in the background.
Away in a Manger: A beautiful rendition of this classic carol. 
O Come O Come Emmanuel: A slightly 'dance-party' version of this carol. 
Angels we have heard on high: This is a Youtube clip of the actions to go with the carol. You can purchase the song from Amber Sky Records. 
Noel: ...more dance party vibes
Noel: a really lovely version to balance out the dance party version above!
Do you hear what I hear: A lovely rendition of this song. 


Hear the bells: This is a good option for children to learn and sing. 
Peace has come: a lovely song from Hillsong. Great for all ages. 
Raise your candle: This is a Youtube clip of the actions to go with the song. Why not use battery powered candles for effect (and a safe experience).
Go Tell It: I dare you to teach this song to your church :) 
The Angels Knew: This is my current fav. Such a beautiful song! 
He chose the Shepherds: An animation along with the song. 
Hey Mary: A song from Aotearoa, New Zealand! A wonderful song written by Malcolm Gordon. You can purchase the sheet music from One Voice.
Beneath the Southern Cross: Another song by Malcolm Gordon and a great song for the whole congregation. God is here! 

Extra level of difficulty:
O Come All Ye Faithful: Planning on going caroling this Christmas? Why not step it up a notch and add a flash mob... 

Thanks to the Strandz website and others for many of these suggestions. 
Do you have any great song suggestions to add to the list? Let me know!

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  1. Paul Dadd4 November 2019 at 16:01

    Some really cool songs here. I have used a couple of the Bethel Music Kid's versions of traditional carols for dance performances at our Christmas services. 'O Come, O Come Emmanuel' is a particularly good one.

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