Category Archives: Christmas music

Merry Christmas Concert

Posted on December 23, 2022 by Andrea R Huelsenbeck

From 2018.

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Handbells for Christmas, 2022

Posted on December 16, 2022 by Andrea R Huelsenbeck

One of the activities I’ve missed since the beginning of the pandemic is playing in the handbell choir in church. They started up again in September of 2021, but I opted out until September of this year. Here is the … Continue reading →

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Iconic Christmas Music

Posted on December 24, 2021 by Andrea R Huelsenbeck

For your listening pleasure, here are some best ever performances of some best ever Christmas music. I was introduced to Handel’s Messiah when I was in high school. It was a tradition for our premier chorus, the Tower Singers, to … Continue reading →

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Hallelujah! Handbells!

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Andrea R Huelsenbeck

One of the things I miss most during this pandemic is the opportunity to play in my church’s handbell choir, Ringing Praise. I love the camaraderie with my fellow ringers (they are the nicest people). The sound of bells lifts … Continue reading →

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Favorite Songs of the Season

Posted on December 7, 2018 by Andrea R Huelsenbeck

Originally posted on ARHtistic License:
You know those $5 bins of CDs they have at Walmart? I always take a peek in the Christmas bin in case there’s a gem in there I don’t have yet. This year I treated…

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Merry Christmas Darling by Betty Mason Arthurs

Posted on December 11, 2017 by Betty Mason Arthurs

Merry Christmas Darling By Betty Mason Arthurs   Are you lonely this holiday season? Have you experienced a loss so devastating you wonder if your heart will ever heal? I don’t have an answer for your grief, but I can … Continue reading →

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Diamond Ring and Christmas by Betty Mason Arthurs

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Betty Mason Arthurs

Diamond Ring and Christmas by Betty Mason Arthurs Christmas time brings both happy and painful memories. Today, I share one of a father’s love and his gift. A father kept a memorable gift tucked away in the top drawer of … Continue reading →

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Family Singing at Christmas by Betty Mason Arthurs

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Betty Mason Arthurs

  Family Singing at Christmas by Betty Mason Arthurs Memories of my family and our love of music and singing together, now that my parents and one brother are gone, help to overcome my sorrow of missing them at Christmastime … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Jesus!

Posted on December 25, 2015 by Andrea R Huelsenbeck

Merry Christmas! I’m sure you have a busy day today, celebrating the Lord’s birth with family and friends (or maybe not). So, rather than burden you with a lengthy article about the season, I’d like to just share some music. … Continue reading →

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The Ten Best Christmas CDs Ever . . . by Andrea R Huelsenbeck  

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Andrea R Huelsenbeck

It’s the day after Thanksgiving—let’s put on some Christmas music! For me, music is an essential element of the season. Whether you’re preparing for Christmas by meditating on the miracle of the birth of the Christ, decorating your house, or choosing the … Continue reading →

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