IT'S CHRISTMAS TIME...

"It's Christmas Time" is a bright, welcoming carol that captures the simple joy of the Nativity. Written by Odum Edward I. and Onwuka Yolanda N., the piece opens with a gentle unison melody that invites the congregation to reflect on the season of sharing and the gift of the Prince of Peace. It feels exactly like the kind of song a choir would use to open a parish carol service or sing during the festive Masses of the Christmas octave.

The transition from the unison verses into the four-part chorus brings a wonderful lift to the music. As the sopranos call everyone to "come together" and "celebrate for Christ is born," the harmony parts join in to build a joyful momentum. The final "Sing Alleluia" serves as a bright climax, leaving the church echoing with the glad tidings of the season. It is a straightforward, heartfelt piece that reminds singers and listeners alike why we gather to celebrate the Saviour's birth.