It is unclear how the tradition of singing while going door to door came about, but it may be linked to the idea of “singing for your supper” or because of periods of time where singing in church was banned. These hymns were sometimes sung in Latin, but they also began to be sung in the vernacular, or the common language of the people. During these Nativity plays, the actors sang canticles about the story of Jesus.
This is because he started Nativity plays in Italy in 1223. So, just when did the idea of caroling get started? While caroling itself dates back to pagan celebrations during the Winter Solstice, Francis of Assisi, a Catholic saint, is known as the father of Christmas carols.
Many of the songs are quite simple and even a beginner can play them. If you would like to use your ukulele skills to play some Christmas ukulele songs this holiday season, keep reading to learn about some popular Christmas carols and how to play them on the ukulele. And of course, although things may look a little different this year, many people will take to the streets to sing Christmas carols together. It’s hard to believe that the 2020 holiday season is already upon us! If they aren’t already, soon the stores will be decked out with Christmas trees, menorahs, and other holiday decorations.
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