Composer

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St. Alphonse Liguori

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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4:49

"Quanno nascette ninno" is a traditional Neapolitan Christmas carol that was composed by St. Alphonse Liguori in the 18th century. The carol is also known as "Tu scendi dalle stelle" and is one of the most popular Christmas carols in Italy. The carol was composed in the year 1754 and was first performed in the church of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Naples. The premiere of the carol was a huge success and it quickly became popular among the people of Naples. "Quanno nascette ninno" is a four-movement carol that tells the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. The first movement describes the arrival of the angels who announce the birth of Jesus to the shepherds. The second movement describes the journey of the shepherds to Bethlehem to see the newborn baby. The third movement describes the adoration of the baby Jesus by the shepherds. The final movement is a prayer to the baby Jesus, asking for his blessings and protection. The carol is characterized by its simple melody and its beautiful lyrics. The melody is easy to sing and is often accompanied by a guitar or a mandolin. The lyrics are written in the Neapolitan dialect and are full of religious symbolism and imagery. "Quanno nascette ninno" has become a beloved Christmas carol in Italy and is often sung during the Christmas season. The carol has also been translated into many languages and is sung around the world. Its popularity is a testament to the enduring power of Christmas music and the enduring message of hope and love that it brings.

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