Feliz Navidad
Solfa Notation • Christmas, Concert
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Feliz Navidad by Ivan Lins; arr. Vilcimar Garcez Correa — Lyrics
About Feliz Navidad
When the choir brings out "Feliz Navidad" during the Christmas season, the atmosphere in the church instantly shifts to one of pure celebration. This upbeat, bilingual carol is a favourite for end-of-year concerts and festive gatherings in our parishes. Its simple, repeating lines make it incredibly easy for the congregation to catch the rhythm and join the singing, spreading the joy of the season from the choir loft to the pews.
Paired with this festive energy on the sheet is the deeply reflective "Mary, Did You Know?". This piece invites us to pause and look at the Nativity through the eyes of the Blessed Mother. As the different voice parts weave the questions together, the song ponders the divine mystery of the infant Jesus. It moves the listener by contrasting the small, sleeping child in the manger with the awe-inspiring miracles He will one day perform.
Having both moods in one repertoire captures the complete experience of our Christmas celebrations. We move from the quiet, profound wonder of the incarnation to the exuberant, rhythmic joy of wishing everyone a Merry Christmas from the bottom of our hearts.