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Why is "The Little Drummer Boy" persistently associated with Christmas despite having no direct biblical references?

A popular Christmas song depicting a humble drummer boy's gift to the infant Jesus, notable for its "pa rum pum pum" onomatopoeic refrain. First recorded by the Trapp Family Singers in 1955.

How did a 1941 Christmas carol become a viral a cappella sensation in the 21st century?

"Little Drummer Boy," originally titled "Carol of the Drum," was written by Katherine Kennicott Davis as a modern Christmas classic. The Pentatonix version revitalized the song in 2013 with layered vocal harmonies, earning Grammy recognition and over 200 million YouTube views.

Who originally composed "The Little Drummer Boy"?

A classic Christmas song written by Katherine K. Davis, with contributions by Harry Simeone and Henry Onorati, famously performed by choirs and adapted into numerous arrangements.

Who popularized the modern version of "The Little Drummer Boy"?

Although traditionally attributed, the song was composed by Katherine Kennicott Davis in 1941. It gained worldwide fame through Bing Crosby's 1958 recording and remains a staple of Christmas music.

Did you know "The Little Drummer Boy" was originally titled "Carol of the Drum" when Katherine K. Davis composed it?

A popular Christmas carol depicting a poor drummer boy humbly offering his music to the newborn Jesus. Often associated with folk and sacred traditions.

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