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Carol of the Bells piano sheet music

Carol of the Bells piano sheet music
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Mykola Leontovych

 

Composed by Ukrainian composer, Mykola Leontovych with lyrics written by Peter Wilhousky, this song was based on an old folk song called “Shchedryk”. They composed the song in 1904 but it didn’t get a premiere until 1916.

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Mykola Leontovych was a Ukrainian composer and choral conductor. He was also a highly respected teacher and specialised in a cappella choral work (unaccompanied choir singing).

The song is written in 3/4 time but has a distinct 6/8 swing to it. The tune has a 4-note pattern which repeats over and over, making it easy to learn.

Cheat sheet

 

ArtistMykola Leontovych
ComposerMykola Leontovych
Release Year1916
Genre(s)Christmas
Difficulty levelIntermediate
InstrumentPiano
Key(s)F minor
Meter 3/4
Techniques Repeated 4-note pattern

 

Interesting fact

Mykola Leontovych was assassinated by a Soviet agent in 1921 at the age of 44. He was known for being in favor of Ukraine becoming an independent state, a point of view that made him many political enemies.

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