Nothing says ‘It’s Christmas’’ quite like the sound of carols wafting through chilled air in the darkness. Bringing smiles and (hopefully) beautiful music to neighbors, family or friends with caroling at Christmas is a great way to celebrate the holidays.

A caroling party will bring together all the elements of a successful caroling adventure, along with fun and food! These tips will help you plan a successful party.

Pick your evening carefully . Many people have extra commitments during the holidays. Talk with everyone on your caroling list to find a night that works for everyone. You may not be able to please everyone, but scheduling on the same night as the church cantata or community Christmas festival is bad planning, and you may find yourself singing solo.

Select your musical selections well in advance. Then make copies of the lyrics and pass them out well in advance of your caroling date. While there’s nothing wrong with spontaneity, nobody wants to be singing ‘while shepherds washed their socks’ instead of ‘watched their flocks’ or ‘round young version’ instead of ‘round yon virgin’. Having the correct words will make everyone feels confident, and will keep the mumbling to a minimum!

Don’t forget the food . Caroling at Christmas can make you hungry! Plan a hot meal before caroling and cookies with hot chocolate, cider or toddies after. A progressive dinner set-up is fun for caroling parties. The first house provides dinner, then guests carol on the way to house two, where hot chocolate and pumpkin bread waits. Carol on the way to house three, where you’ll find small stockings filled with Christmas candies. Carol on the way to house four, and so on.

Organize your stops. Ask friends and family for names and addresses of people who may enjoy a visit and a song. If you’re singing for the elderly or shut-ins, or if you decide to visit a nursing home or children’s hospital, keep in mind early bedtimes. Caroling at Christmas needs to stop between 8:30 and 9 PM, even when visiting younger families. Focus on the fun.

The theme of Christmas is giving. Giving the gift of song to others should also give a gift to you and your friends – a smile and the pleasure of spreading happiness to others. For more articles about Christmas, please visit Free Santa Letters Christmas Blog.


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