Carol of the Bells
Libera · The Christmas Album [2011]
Sweet silver bells
All seem to say
Throw cares away
Christmas is here
Bringing good cheer
To young and old
Meek and the bold
Ding dong ding dong
That is their song
With joyful ring
All caroling
One seems to hear
Words of good cheer
From everywhere
Filling the air
Oh how they pound
Raising the sound
O'er hill and dale
Telling their tale
Gloria in excelsis deo
Gloria, gloria
Hark how the bells
All seem to say
Christmas is here
Bringing good cheer
To young and old
Meek and the bold
Ding dong ding dong
That is their song
With joyful ring
All caroling
One seems to hear
Words of good cheer
From everywhere
Filling the air
Oh how they pound
Raising the sound
O'er hill and dale
Telling their tale
Gaily they ring
While people sing
Songs of good cheer
Christmas is here
Gaily they ring
While people sing
Songs of good cheer
Christmas is here
Gloria in excelsis deo
Gloria, gloria
Hark how the bells
All seem to say
Christmas is here
Bringing good cheer
One seems to hear
Words of good cheer
From everywhere
Filling the air
Oh how they pound
Raising the sound
O'er hill and dale
Telling their tale
Gaily they ring
While people sing
Songs of good cheer
Christmas is here
Gaily they ring
While people sing
Songs of good cheer
Christmas is here
Hark how the bells
All seem to say
Christmas is here
Bringing good cheer
One seems to hear
Words of good cheer
From everywhere
Filling the air
Oh how they pound
Raising the sound
O'er hill and dale
Telling their tale
Gaily they ring
While people sing
Songs of good cheer
Christmas is here
Gaily they ring
While people sing
Songs of good cheer
Christmas is here
Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas
Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas
On, on they send
On without end
Their joyful tone
To every home
Hark how the bells
All seem to say
Gloria, Gloria
Ding dong ding dong
That is their song
Carol of the Bells - Libera
Libera's rendition of 'Carol of the Bells' stands as a defining example of their ethereal choral style, blending traditional Ukrainian folk melodies with contemporary classical arrangements. Recorded for 'The Christmas Album' in 2011, the track exemplifies the group's signature approach to vocal harmony, characterized by soaring soprano lines and intricate counterpoint that evokes a sense of spiritual reverence. While the underlying melody is centuries old, Libera's interpretation has become synonymous with modern Christmas music, influencing countless subsequent vocal ensembles and holiday recordings. The piece remains a staple in their discography, showcasing their ability to transform ancient folk traditions into accessible, emotionally resonant compositions that resonate globally.