Thus, ‘Carol of the Bells’ was born. The English language version was first recorded in 1936 by Wilhousky’s school choir during a popular radio program called "Music Appreciation Hour ...

But “Carol of the Bells” isn’t an original. The well-known holiday tune was actually adapted from the Ukrainian composition “Shchedryk,” a New Year’s ballad that doubled as a cry for ...

It’s the historic repetition of that Ukrainian folk song over centuries – the one Americans know as “Carol of the Bells” -- that’s especially poignant and heartbreaking for a nation at war.

About the Song “Carol of the Bells” is a lively and energetic Christmas song known for its fast-paced rhythm and repeating melodies, but its haunting and exquisite origins add depth beyond ...

It’s the historic repetition of that Ukrainian folk song over centuries – the one Americans know as “Carol of the Bells” -- that’s especially poignant and heartbreaking for a nation at war.

But it’s the historic repetition of that Ukrainian folk song over centuries - the one Americans know as “Carol of the Bells” that’s especially poignant and heartbreaking for a nation at war.