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The Holly and the Ivy

from Sixe Punk Carols by LES MYSTERES DES VOIX SMETHWICKE

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The version of the Holly and the Ivy that we are familiar with today was first published by Cecil Sharp. The Holly and the Ivy is thought to have Pagan origins and could therefore date back over 1000 years. It is most unusual for a carol like the Holly and the Ivy to have survived over the years especially during the stern protestant period of the 17th century.

The Holly and the Ivy have always been taken indoors during the winter the hope being that the occupants would survive difficult conditions just like the hardy Holly and the Ivy. The colours of the Holly and Ivy, green and red are traditionally associated with Christmas. The author and composer of the Holly and the Ivy are unknown.

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The holly and the ivy,
When they are both full grown
Of all the trees that are in the wood
The holly bears the crown
O the rising of the sun
And the running of the deer
The playing of the merry organ
Sweet singing of the choir

The holly bears a blossom
As white as lily flower
And Mary bore a baby
To be our sweet Saviour
The holly bears a berry
As red as any blood
And Mary bore a baby
To do poor sinners good

The holly and the ivy,
When they are both full grown
Of all the trees that are in the wood
The holly bears the crown
O the rising of the sun
And the running of the deer
The playing of the merry organ
Sweet singing of the choir

The holly bears a prickle
As sharp as any thorn;
And Mary bore a baby
On Christmas Day in the morn.
The holly bears a bark
As bitter as any gall;
And Mary bore a baby
For to redeem us all.

O the rising of the sun
And the running of the deer
The playing of the merry organ
Sweet singing of the choir

The holly and the ivy
Now both are full well grown,
Of all the trees that are in the wood,
The holly bears the crown.
O the rising of the sun
And the running of the deer
The playing of the merry organ
Sweet singing of the choir

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from Sixe Punk Carols, released December 23, 2013

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LES MYSTERES DES VOIX SMETHWICKE Pennsylvania

Punk rock carols lovingly crafted in the depths of England.
C.G - Bass and vocals.
S.P - Guitar and vocals.
M.P - Drums and backing vocals.

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