Joy to the World: Why we should be grateful for the music of the season [Encore Post]

Although Christmas repertoire can get repetitive, there's a deeper meaning behind the classic songs

“I did think I saw heaven open, and saw the very face of God”. – George Fredric Handel, spoken in tears as he finished composing the “Hallelujah” chorus of Messiah.

It’s not official until you hear it.

You may have been watching TV and the “Nutcracker” theme came on during a commercial. Or Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You” popped up in your playlist.

When holiday music begins...