Christmas Carols Preview & Selection

Listen to both the vocal melody and backing track versions of each carol, then select the files you’d like to receive as downloads.

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How it works:

  1. Use the audio players below to preview each song.
  2. Check the boxes for the Vocal Melody and/or Backing Track versions you’d like.
  3. Submit the form at the bottom so we know which tracks you’re requesting.

O Come All Ye Faithful

Teacher Mini-Script for This Carol

“Throughout history, winter has been a time for gathering—whether among Wampanoag families in Patuxet or early settlers getting through cold New England nights. O Come, All Ye Faithful invites everyone to come together in that same spirit.”

Vocal Melody (Preview)
Backing Track (Preview)

O Little Town of Bethlehem

Teacher Mini-Script for This Carol

“This carol tells a quiet story of a peaceful night far away. When families in Plymouth sang it in the past, they often pictured their own small town on a calm winter evening. As we listen, imagine the lights of a little village and the feeling of stillness in winter.”

Vocal Melody (Preview)
Backing Track (Preview)

Deck The Halls

Teacher Mini-Script for This Carol

“Here in New England, winter has always been a time for gathering together and bringing cheer to one another. Deck the Halls is a song all about decorating for the season and spreading joy. As we listen, imagine families long ago in Plymouth doing their best to brighten the dark winter days— just like we do today.”

Vocal Melody (Preview)
Backing Track (Preview)

God Rest You Merry Gentlemen

Teacher Mini-Script for This Carol

“Long ago, when early settlers arrived in Patuxet—now Plymouth—they sang winter hymns just like this one. God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen is a song meant to bring comfort and peace. As we listen, think about how music can help people feel calm and connected during winter.”

Vocal Melody (Preview)
Backing Track (Preview)

Hark The Herald Angels Sing

Teacher Mini-Script for This Carol

“For centuries, communities have gathered in churches and town squares to lift their voices together. Our next song, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, is one that brought neighbors together then—and still does today.”

Vocal Melody (Preview)
Backing Track (Preview)

Joy To The World

Teacher Mini-Script for This Carol

“Some songs simply make you smile the moment they begin. Joy to the World has been spreading joy for generations, from old streets in Plymouth to classrooms like ours.”

Vocal Melody (Preview)
Backing Track (Preview)

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