Composer

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English Anonymous

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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4:09

'Lully, Lullay Thou Little Tiny Child' is a traditional English Christmas carol that dates back to the 15th century. The composer of the carol is unknown, but it is believed to have originated in the West Country of England. The carol is also known as 'Coventry Carol' as it was traditionally performed in the Coventry Mystery Plays. The carol is a lullaby that tells the story of the Massacre of the Innocents, which is the biblical account of King Herod's order to kill all male infants in Bethlehem in an attempt to kill the baby Jesus. The carol is sung from the perspective of the mothers of the slain infants, who mourn the loss of their children. The carol has a haunting melody that is sung in a minor key, which adds to the somber tone of the lyrics. The carol is typically performed a cappella or with minimal accompaniment, which allows the beauty of the melody and the emotion of the lyrics to shine through. The carol has three movements, each of which tells a different part of the story. The first movement is a lullaby that is sung to the baby Jesus, who is referred to as the "little tiny child." The second movement tells the story of King Herod's order to kill the infants and the mothers' grief over the loss of their children. The third movement is a warning to other mothers to protect their children from harm. 'Lully, Lullay Thou Little Tiny Child' has become a beloved Christmas carol that is performed around the world during the holiday season. Its haunting melody and poignant lyrics continue to touch the hearts of listeners, reminding them of the true meaning of Christmas and the importance of protecting the innocent.

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