This is a well known and loved Christmas classic that is of German origin The best known lyrics are from 1824 by a Leipzig organist named Ernst Anschütz. The melody is an old Traditional folk tune. The first known “Tannenbaum” song lyrics date back to 1550. Strangely enough as it is there are many English lyric versions and the States of Iowa, Maryland, Michigan, and New Jersey adapted the melody to their State Songs. This arrangement is in a classical orchestra ensemble with flute, choir, harp, strings, and woodwinds that give a sweet and holy feeling. 104 bpm.
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