The story does refer to an "old Christmas song" which is sung. However, the name of the song does not actually appear anywhere. There have been many suggested when the story had been brought to the big screen. However, in the earliest version available released by Twickenham Studies in Britain 1935 and which was reportedly the first "talkie" of the great works a 3 part band played "The First Noel" as scene one opened.
The Christmas carol that is set to the tune of "Greensleeves" is "What Child Is This?" The lyrics were written by William Chatterton Dix in the 19th century, and the melody is derived from the traditional English folk song "Greensleeves." The carol reflects on the birth of Jesus and invites contemplation of his significance. It's a popular piece during the Christmas season.
None at all; but he is credited with composing the tune 'Greensleeves', later used for the carol 'What Child is this?'
The melody is also used for the Christmas carol "What Child Is This."
What Child is This? or Greensleeves is an ancient Christmas Carol - Greensleeves is the secular title. It"s the same song as the Lassie theme, with the animal moving her paws.
What Child is This, the usual setting for Greensleeves with Christmas lyrics.
The best known Christmas Carol from France in Rudoulph.
The Christmas song that has the initials WSTS is "What Child Is This?" This traditional carol, with lyrics written by William Chatterton Dix in the 19th century, reflects on the birth of Jesus. It is often set to the tune of "Greensleeves," a well-known English folk song.
It is believed he wrote and sang Greensleeves. It is said he wrote the song when he was dating Anne Boleyn and sang this song for her.
What Child is This
Ode to Joy is not a Christmas Carol. It has been adapted as a hymn, but not a carol.
The twelve days of Christmas!
the 12 days of Christmas