1/ Today I learnt that "Carol of the bells" is originally a Ukrainan New Year song from pre-Christian times. Here's a small thread about the story of "Shchedryk", with lyrics, music, and how a 1916 arrangement of the song played a role in 20th century Ukraine history.

This is how "Shchedryk" may have sounded like originally:

https://www.polyphonyproject.com/en/song/BMI_UK17050383

#UkraineFolkMusic #FolkMusic #CarolOfTheBells #Shchedryk