Candlelight Carol facts for kids
"Candlelight Carol" is a beautiful Christmas carol. It was written by an English composer named John Rutter. He created both the music and the words for this song. It was first released in 1984. Rutter's own group, the Cambridge Singers, recorded it first. The carol tells the story of the nativity of Jesus. It especially focuses on the love of Mary for her son, Jesus.
How "Candlelight Carol" Was Created
This special carol was asked for by John Romeri. He was the Director of Music at a church in Bellevue, Pennsylvania. Mr. Romeri wanted a carol that would celebrate Mary, the mother of Jesus.
John Rutter got ideas for his carol from a painting. The painting is called Nativity at Night. It was made by an artist named Geertgen.
Where Can You Hear "Candlelight Carol"?
The Cambridge Singers included this carol on their 1987 album. The album was called Christmas Night.
Since then, many famous artists have recorded it. These include Neil Diamond and Joseph McManners. Aled Jones even sang a version in Welsh! Big choirs like the Mormon Tabernacle Choir have also performed it.
"Candlelight Carol" has become very popular. Many choirs sing it at Christmas concerts. You can hear it in the United Kingdom, the United States, and other countries.
