Full Orchestra - Level 3 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.518882
Composed by Mykola Leontovich. Arranged by Kevin Riley. 20th Century,Christmas,Classical. Score and parts. 47 pages. Kevin Riley #129566. Published by Kevin Riley (A0.518882).
Carol of the Bells is a popular Christmas carol, with music by Ukrainian composer Mykola Leontovych in 1914 and lyrics by Peter J. Wilhousky. The song is based on the Ukrainian folk chant Shchedryk.The music is in the public domain, Wilhousky's lyrics are however under copyright protection (owned by Carl Fischer Music). The music is based on a four-note ostinato and is in 3 4 time signature, with the B-flat bell pealing in 6 8 time. The carol is metrically bistable, and a listener can focus on either measure or switch between them. It has been adapted for many genres, including: classical, metal, jazz, country music, rock, trap, and pop. The piece also features in films, television shows, and parodies.