Music history

The second volume of the History of Christmas Carols explores the Victorian Era, a defining period in which carols flourished and modern Christmas traditions took shape. From the cultural influence of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, to the legacy of Nine Lessons with Carols, the poetry of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, and the remarkable journey of The Fisk Jubilee Singers, this article highlights why the Victorian age is widely regarded as the golden age of Christmas carols.

An engaging overview of the origins of Christmas carols, from their roots in Antiquity to their suppression and revival through the Middle Ages, tracing how sacred music evolved into the beloved Christmas traditions we know today.

Explore the captivating journey of Native American music—born from spiritual tradition, shaped by community, and carried into the modern world by artists like R. Carlos Nakai and Robbie Robertson. A brief look at how ancient rhythms and sacred melodies continue to inspire today.