Christmas Bells

Story Behind The Song

My wife and I heard John Gorka perform this song, and my wife fell in love with it. She asked that Christmas Bells be included in one of my recordings. I am backed-up on: guitar by my son, Dustin, violin by John Patek, vocals by my sister Veronica. Of course the song was altered, but the spirit remained intact.

Song Description

The lyrics are from a poem by Longfellow, written during the American Civil War in which Longfellow's son served, and is about having faith that good will prevail.

Song Length 2:52 Genre Unique - Religious, Folk - Religious
Tempo Medium Slow (91 - 110) Lead Vocal Male Vocal
Mood Nonviolent Subject Life, Hope
Similar Artists John Gorka Language English

Here's a sweet and fresh rendition of an old familiar Christmas carol. The absolutely beautiful guitar playing and the right-on harmonies give the song a fresh touch and the sweet violin is the icing on the cake. I am guessing this could be a family band; the harmonies speak to me that way. I don't see any reason why this cover Christmas song couldn't make it into any holiday play list in a retail store. Nice job, folks!

I love Christmas songs and this one is really good. Love the vocal harmonies, love the instrumentation especially the guitar and violin.
Great job guys...this would be a great song to go caroling!

Lyrics Henry W. Longfellow Music John Gorka
Producer Rod Lisowski Performance Guitars & vocals: N. Studelska, Jr. Guitars: Dustin Studelska Vocals: Veronica Studelska Violin: John Patek
This track is on 1 Member Playlists
Playlist Creator Playlist Name Date Added
Ionut Mirel Udrea Best Folk 7/1/2016

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