The Twelve Days of Christmas
Sammes Chorus and Singers Lyrics

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave me a special gift

A partridge in a pear tree
A beautiful bird sitting on a tree branch

On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me
On the second day, my true love gave me another delightful present

Two turtle doves, and
Two lovely turtle doves, along with

A partridge in a pear tree
The same partridge from before, still perched on the tree

On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me
On the third day, my true love bestowed upon me

Three french hens
Three hens with a French touch, adding to the collection

Two turtle doves, and
The two previously received turtle doves, joining the rest

A partridge in a pear tree
Still accompanied by the partridge in the pear tree

On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Continuing the trend, on the fourth day, my true love gave me

Four calling birds
Four birds able to produce melodious sounds, enhancing the atmosphere

Three french hens
Again, three French hens, contributing to the growing assortment

Two turtle doves, and
Joined by the two turtle doves, as before

A partridge in a pear tree
Accompanied by the familiar partridge sitting on the pear tree

On the fifth day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Repeating the pattern, on the fifth day, my true love presented

Five golden rings
Five elegant rings made of pure gold

Four calling birds
The four calling birds harmoniously joining the others

Three french hens
An additional three French hens, further diversifying the collection

Two turtle doves, and
Along with the two turtle doves from earlier

A partridge in a pear tree
With the constant presence of the partridge in the pear tree

On the sixth day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Progressing to the sixth day, my true love offered

Six geese a-laying
Six geese busily laying eggs, symbolizing fertility and abundance

Five golden rings
Still accompanied by the five exquisite golden rings

Four calling birds
The four calling birds continue to provide delightful melodies

Three french hens
The ongoing presence of the three French hens

Two turtle doves, and
Joined by the two faithful turtle doves

A partridge in a pear tree
Accompanied by the trusty partridge sitting contentedly

On the seventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Moving on to the seventh day, my true love surprised me with

Seven swans a-swimming
Seven graceful swans elegantly swimming in a calm water body

Six geese a-laying
Accompanied by the diligent six geese continuing their egg-laying

Five golden rings
The five golden rings, radiant and precious as ever

Four calling birds
Still graced by the enchanting sounds of the four calling birds

Three french hens
The three distinctive French hens, bringing their uniqueness

Two turtle doves, and
Together with the faithful pair of turtle doves

A partridge in a pear tree
With the partridge maintaining its favored spot on the pear tree

On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Progressing further, on the eighth day, my true love granted

Eight maids a-milking
Eight maids actively milking cows as a symbol of prosperity

Seven swans a-swimming
Continuing to enjoy the graceful sight of the seven swimming swans

Six geese a-laying
The six diligent geese faithfully laying eggs without delay

Five golden rings
Still adorned with the five resplendent golden rings

Four calling birds
The four calling birds, serenading with their melodious tunes

Three french hens
With the continuing presence of the three distinctive French hens

Two turtle doves, and
The loyal pair of turtle doves accompanying the rest

A partridge in a pear tree
The familiar partridge still happily settled on the pear tree

On the ninth day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Advancing to the ninth day, my true love bestowed upon me

Nine ladies dancing
Nine graceful ladies expressing their joy through elegant dance

Eight maids a-milking
The diligent eight maids continuing to milk cows diligently

Seven swans a-swimming
The serene sight of the seven swans gracefully swimming

Six geese a-laying
The six geese unceasingly laying eggs, never growing weary

Five golden rings
Embraced by the presence of the five dazzling golden rings

Four calling birds
The four calling birds persistently enchanting with their songs

Three french hens
The three French hens gracing the scene with their elegance

Two turtle doves, and
With the company of the steadfast pair of turtle doves

A partridge in a pear tree
Guided by the partridge nestled contently on the pear tree

On the tenth day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Approaching the tenth day, my true love surprised me with

Ten lords a-leaping
Ten noble lords exuding joy through leaping and festive merriment

Nine ladies dancing
The nine graceful ladies beautifully expressing their dance

Eight maids a-milking
Continuing the diligent work of the eight maids, milking cows

Seven swans a-swimming
Delighted by the seven swans majestically swimming together

Six geese a-laying
The faithful six geese, unceasing in their egg-laying endeavor

Five golden rings
Still adorned with the gleaming five golden rings

Four calling birds
Enveloped by the enchanting melodies of the four calling birds

Three french hens
Accompanied persistently by the three elegant French hens

Two turtle doves, and
The loyal pair of turtle doves standing by, as always

A partridge in a pear tree
With the unwavering presence of the partridge on the pear tree

On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Approaching the eleventh day, my true love bestowed upon me

Eleven pipers piping
Eleven skilled pipers playing melodious tunes with their instruments

Ten lords a-leaping
The ten joyous lords energetically leaping and celebrating

Nine ladies dancing
The nine graceful ladies captivating with their elegant dance moves

Eight maids a-milking
The diligent eight maids continuing their milk-gathering duties

Seven swans a-swimming
The serene sight of the seven swans elegantly swimming along

Six geese a-laying
The six geese tirelessly laying eggs, never growing tired

Five golden rings
Gracefully adorned by the five splendid golden rings

Four calling birds
Mesmerized by the enchanting songs of the four calling birds

Three french hens
The three French hens contributing their elegance to the gathering

Two turtle doves, and
With the loyal pair of turtle doves unchanging in their devotion

A partridge in a pear tree
With the partridge still nestled contently on the pear tree branch

On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Finally, on the twelfth day, my true love presented me

Twelve drummers drumming
Twelve skillful drummers playing rhythmic beats with great fervor

Eleven pipers piping
Joined by the eleven energetic pipers producing melodious tunes

Ten lords a-leaping
The joyful presence of the ten leaping lords, filled with excitement

Nine ladies dancing
The enchanting dance performance of the nine graceful ladies

Eight maids a-milking
The dutiful eight maids continuing their cow milking responsibilities

Seven swans a-swimming
The serene sight of the seven majestic swans gracefully swimming

Six geese a-laying
The dedicated six geese still diligently laying eggs as before

Five golden rings
Embraced by the presence of the five resplendent golden rings

Four calling birds
Still accompanied by the four birds with their melodious calls

Three french hens
The three elegant French hens adding their distinct charm

Two turtle doves, and
With the enduring companionship of the two loyal turtle doves

A partridge in a pear tree
With the partridge remaining content on the pear tree branch