The current members are: Charles "Chuck" Daellenbach (tuba), Eugene "Gene" Watts (trombone), Bernhard Scully (horn), and the "Trumpet Dream Team" to fill the two trumpet positions on rotating basis. Dream Team members are: Ryan Anthony, Brandon Ridenour, Jeroen Berwaerts, along with previous members Josef Burgstaller, Ronald Romm and Stuart Laughton.
Past members include: Stuart Laughton (1970–1971, 2003–2005), Josef Burgstaller (2001–present), Jeff Nelsen (2000–2004), Ryan Anthony (2000–2003), Frederick Mills (1972–1996), Ronald Romm (1971–2000), David Ohanian (1986–1998), Martin Hackleman (1983–1986), Jens Lindemann (1996–2001), Christopher Cooper (1998–2000) and Graeme Page (1970–1983).
The Christmas Song
Canadian Brass Lyrics
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Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Help to make the season bright
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
They know that Santa's on his way
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
And every mother's child is gonna spy
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
To kids from one to ninety-two
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Merry Christmas to you!
The Christmas Song by Canadian Brass is an iconic Christmas tune that invokes memories of the holiday season. The song begins with the image of chestnuts roasting on an open fire, accompanied by Jack Frost's nipping at one's nose. The next line refers to Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir, which helps create an idyllic wintry scene. The final line of the first verse mentions people dressing up like Eskimos, which creates cozy imagery and further emphasizes the wintery theme.
The second verse of the song expands on the joys of the holiday season. It talks about how everyone knows that having a turkey and mistletoe in the house can brighten up the mood. The line about 'tiny tots with their eyes all aglow will find it hard to sleep tonight' highlights how excitement builds up during this festive season. The verse's final lines talk about how everyone knows that Santa is bringing lots of presents on his sleigh for children in every home, and how every child will try to catch a glimpse of Santa's sleigh.
The song's last verse emphasizes the point that this holiday season brings joy to everyone, regardless of their age. The lyrics convey the message of unity and goodwill for everyone, from kids to senior citizens. The song's memorable final lines, "Although it's been said many times, many ways, Merry Christmas to you!" emphasizes the importance and joy of this festive season.
Line by Line Meaning
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
The comforting warmth and fragrance of chestnuts being roasted over an open fire is a delightful sign of the winter season.
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
The cold winter air mixed with the gentle caress of snowflakes as they touch your nose creates a one-of-a-kind winter feeling.
Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir
To celebrate the holidays, people come together and sing the joyous Christmas songs all united in spirit and in song.
And folks dressed up like Eskimos.
To ward off the harsh winter cold, many people dress up like Eskimos or polar bears with fur-lined coats and hats to keep themselves snug and warm.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe
Deeply ingrained into the holiday season are the traditions of turkey dinners and kissing under the mistletoe bringing everyone together with warmth and joy.
Help to make the season bright
By celebrating the holidays with turkey and mistletoe, we brighten the spirits of those around us, and ourselves, adding positivity and mirth to the world.
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow
Children rejoice in the holiday season, looking forward to gifts and the joyous experiences that fill their hearts and dreams.
Will find it hard to sleep tonight.
The joyous anticipation of the holiday season and the wonder of Santa's arrival make it difficult for children to find rest as they wait for morning to arrive.
They know that Santa's on his way
The thought of Santa Claus coming and delivering presents for the children's good behavior fills them with joy and anticipation.
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh
Santa has a sleigh full of surprises and delights for the children who have been good all year round.
And every mother's child is gonna spy
Excited children anticipate the coming of Santa to their homes, with each mother's child eager to catch sight of his sleigh in the skies so they can lay claim to being the first to spot him.
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
The legendary myth of Santa's reindeer being able to fly ignites the imaginations of children everywhere, as they hope to spot these magical creatures in the night sky.
And so I'm offering this simple phrase
As an expression of the joy of the holiday season, I offer this simple phrase filled with warmth, friendship, and love.
To kids from one to ninety-two
This sentiment of good tidings is intended for everyone, from the youngest to the oldest person in the world, showing that the joy of Christmas is universal and inclusive.
Although it's been said many times, many ways
Even though this sentiment of goodwill has been expressed in many different words and many different languages, the meaning remains the same.
Merry Christmas to you!
The traditional saying of the holiday season, wishing everyone around the world joy, peace, and happiness for the holiday and throughout the new year.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mel Torme, Robert Wells
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Damper Goldenrod
too much tuba sound
Ralph Waldo Picklechips
this misses the point. HORRIBLLEEEEEEE