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How did a simple Austrian carol become one of the world's most beloved Christmas songs? Learn!
"O Christmas Night" is also known as "O Holy Night" or "Cantique de Noël." Here are some interesting facts about this traditional Christmas carol:
French Origin: The carol was originally written in French as "Minuit, chrétiens" by Placide Cappeau in 1847. Adolphe Adam composed the music.
Poetic Inspiration: Cappeau was a wine merchant and an occasional poet. He was inspired to write the lyrics after being asked by his parish priest to pen a Christmas poem.
Debut in Roquemaure: The carol made its debut in the town of Roquemaure, France, at the midnight Mass on Christmas Eve in 1847. It was performed by the opera singer Emily Laurey.
First Recording: The first recording of "O Holy Night" was made by the Edison Male Quartette in 1906. Since then, the carol has been recorded by numerous artists in various languages.
Controversial Beginnings: Despite its popularity, "O Holy Night" faced controversy in the early years. The Catholic Church initially denounced Cappeau for his lack of religious affiliation, as he was known for his socialist and anti-clerical views.
English Translation: The English version