In January we have many holidays: New Year, Christmas, old New Year.
These days, people have fun, visit each other, wish happiness, health and prosperity, set a rich table and invite relatives to visit. In addition to festive feasts, at Christmas it is customary to carol, walk around the yards, and sing carols with wishes of health and happiness.

What are carols, how to carol correctly, what costumes do you wear for caroling?

The tradition of caroling dates back to pagan times, when our ancestors worshiped the goddess of fertility Kolyada and celebrated the winter solstice, when the days became longer and the nights became shorter. People sang songs dedicated to this event so that the harvest would be good and there would be prosperity in the house.

With the birth of Christianity, the two holidays became intertwined and are practically one. At Christmas, adults and children dress up, go to their relatives and friends, learn carols, generosity, and wish everyone well-being and happiness. Carols are traditional ritual songs, which are often of a religious nature, glorifying the birth of Jesus Christ. With the words of carols they began to thank God for all the good things that happened in the old year, and they praised the generosity and hospitality of the hosts.

How to carol correctly

According to tradition, mummers walk around the village: boys and girls dressed in costumes and sing carols. The spectacle is very bright and interesting.

Firstly, to carol, you need to gather in a group of at least three people. At the head of the company of mummers is the “star”, who carries a large eight-pointed star on a stick - a symbol of the birth of Jesus Christ. The star is the main attribute of Christmas. It can be cut out of cardboard or made of wire, decorated with sparkles and broken toys.The star is the main person. He must know carols very well and sing them.

Next comes the bell ringer, who carries the bell. He calls, thereby informing the owners that carolers are coming.

And the procession ends with ‘mekhonosh’ . He has a bag where the owners put various sweets, rolls, and bagels. The bag should be bright and made of durable fabric. You can decorate it with stars, a month, and the sun.

Before starting caroling, the mummers must ask the owner for permission to carol. Of course, no one refuses this request, but for decency you still need to ask permission. If the owner has given the go-ahead, the mummers thank him, wish the hospitable hosts health, happiness, prosperity and begin to sing carols.

Christmas carols for children
It’s not at all difficult to teach children to carol. They can remember little carols. By learning carols and schedrovkas with children, we introduce them to the traditions of Slavic culture. Children very quickly perceive the words of carols by ear. A few repetitions and they know them by heart. Moreover, knowing that they will be given sweets later, children learn carols quickly.

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Kolyada, Kolyada!
Give us some pie
Or a loaf of bread,
Or a chicken with a tuft,
Cockerel with a comb.
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Christ the Savior
Born at midnight
In a poor den
He settled.

Christ the Lord,
On your birthday,
Give it to all people
World of enlightenment!
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And I am small and remote,
Born on Tuesday
I studied on Wednesday
Read books,
Magnify Christ!
Congratulations to you!
Be healthy.
Merry Christmas!
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Today an angel came down to us,
And he sang: “Christ is born!”
We came to glorify Christ,
Happy holiday to you!

Nowadays, children go around singing carols to have fun and get treats.
Children can be dressed up in bright clothes. For example, a buffoon: wear a bright shirt, trousers, a hat on his head with bells, and gird his shirt with a belt. If your children go caroling, make sure they are dressed warmly and don't forget to give them mittens so they don't get cold. Winter is still outside!

It is often customary to sow the floor with grain so that there is prosperity in homes.“I sow, sow, sow, Happy New Year or Merry Christmas!”
By learning carols with children, we help them develop memory and creativity; children learn about the rituals and traditions of Christmas.

Short carols for children at Christmas

Give me some sweet honey
Yes, a piece of pie
I will dance and sing.
And I’ll sing carols!
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I help my mother.
I carol until the morning.
Have pity baby
Give me some candy!
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Don't send the children away.
And give us a tastier treat!
Give me some sushi and bagels,
And some kind of gift!
———————
We carol, we carol,
We alternate songs and dances!
And squatted, and around,
Treat yourself to some pie!
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Children go home
give us some treats!
We wish you good luck,
And health to boot
—————-
The mummers came
Everyone is wearing makeup.
We will entertain you
Cheer up!
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Give us some coins
Candy for the children
We don't bring harm to people.
We cannot be denied!
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A horned goat is coming.
Rich in carols.
What is the chest filled with?
Put it in our bag!
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I'm called Mekhonoshey,
And I'm not afraid of frost!
I'm coming to see you,
And I'm carrying a big bag!
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Ding-ding, ding-ding, the bells are ringing!
Sons and daughters have come to you!
You meet carolers,
Greet us with a smile!
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Mother winter has come.
Open the gates!
Christmas time has arrived!
The carols have arrived!
Kolyada-molyada!
Carols with wishes
Merry Christmas to you, people!
may you have peace and harmony
So that you don't know grief,
And they lived in wealth!
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An angel came down from heaven to you
And he said: “Christ was born!”
We came to glorify Christ,
And congratulate you on the holiday.
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Kolyada has arrived
On the eve of Christmas.
God bless whoever is in this house
We wish all people well.
Gold, silver,
Lush pies,
Soft pancakes.
Good health,
Cow butter.

Costumes for caroling
To sing carols correctly, it is not enough just to learn the words of the songs. You also need to dress up and choose costumes for caroling for the children.

You can dress up the children in folk style.

Clothes should be bright and elegant. You can look for something suitable in your grandmother’s chest and sew a suit for your child. A girl can choose a bright scarf, a beautiful bright and full skirt, it’s better to make a long one, make a wreath, decorate it with multi-colored ribbons.

Boys can also wear a folk-style shirt, decorated with embroidery, and wide trousers. The whole company can be dressed up and sent caroling around the village.

Masks.

There have always been masks important element Christmas costume. Previously, they were sewn from thick fabric and leather. Now you can buy a ready-made mask or try to make it yourself. What masks are most often worn at Christmas: goat, deer, dog, horse masks.

Goat.

A typical carol character. You can put on a sheepskin coat or sheepskin coat turned inside out, put a goat mask on your head knitted hat, to which you can attach the horns.

Bear.

Also a participant in the festive festivities for Christmas and Old New Year. The suit can be rented. Or you can also put on your grandmother’s old fur coat, your grandfather’s hat with earflaps, paint your face, draw a nose. Just! And the bear costume is ready!

Adults will not be able to resist dressed up children singing songs in sonorous children's voices. They will be generously treated with sweets and given coins. After all, children will bring so much joy and will greatly lift the spirits of both family and neighbors.

Learn Christmas carols with your children and congratulate your family on the holiday.

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We have already written that carols are funny songs or rhymes with wishes of goodness and prosperity to the owners of the house. Carols can be short or long, interesting and funny. Short carols are quite easy for kids to remember - we have selected the shortest carols for you. Well, now the time has come for long and interesting carols - older children and adults can learn them.

Why carol at Christmas?

Kolyada is a pagan holiday marking the winter solstice, which was later dedicated to the celebration of the Nativity of Christ. People go to caroling on Holy Evening, January 6, after the first (guiding) star rises. It is the first star that signifies the birth of little Jesus.

Our Slavic ancestors paid close attention to such traditions as caroling at Christmas. Mummers (that’s what they called carolers who dressed up in different costumes) in one house could carol for hours. Teenagers, children and adults gathered in groups and walked from house to house, sang Kolyada and wished the owners well-being, kindness and prosperity. For their services they received sweets and money. It was believed that the more generous the owners were, the richer their year would be.

Interesting carols for children and adults are a whole section of folk art, because it was the people who were the author of these songs and. And the more carols a teenager knew, the higher his chances of becoming star- the main one among carolers.

Interesting and long carols for Christmas

According to traditions, you must ask the owners for permission to sing carols. Of course, it was considered to refuse bad omen, but permission had to be asked.

I carol, I carol, I will go into any hut. I'll ask the hostess: Let's have some sweets! And cookies and sweets, And sherbet with nuts, And halva and chocolate, Pastille and marmalade, Delicious cake, Sweet ice cream. We will eat ourselves And treat each other And the hostess, and the hostess Remember with a kind word!

How many aspens, So many pigs for you; How many Christmas trees So many cows; How many candles So many sheep. Good luck to you, The owner and the hostess Great health, Happy New Year, With all the family! Kolyada, Kolyada!

Kolyada-kolyada Open the gate! We came to carol Merry Christmas to you! Friendly hosts May the year be fruitful. Give the mummers some sweets, Happiness will send you greetings. Give me rubles, coins, You will live a hundred years. Pour everything into the bag until it piles up. It's bitterly cold outside, We were cold, but warm Warmed up your good home!

Kolyada, Kolyada Open the gates Get out the chests Serve the snouts. Even a ruble Even a nickel Let's not leave home like that! Give us some candy Or maybe a coin Don't regret anything It's Christmas Eve!

Kolyada, Kolyada, Open the gate. The carol has arrived On the eve of Christmas. With crumpets, with flatbreads, With pork feet. Kolyada, Kolyada, Bring me some pie! Give it to me, don't break it. But in general, come on! Who gives the pie? That's why cattle, belly. Who won't give you the pie? Let's take the cow by the horns!

Like Christmas Rolled under the window Nikanorov's yard On seven pillars. Turned pillars, Gold plated. Our carol Neither small nor large. She sews under the window, Serves pies. Here in the master's house

Today an angel came down And he sang: “Christ is born!” Our song is simple - We glorify Christ. We're going straight And we go into every house. There's only one brighter in the sky Guiding star - Even in a storm among the clouds Gives everyone a magic ray, Heralds Christmas. Let's start the celebration!

Joy without boundaries has come, Let's celebrate in the morning! God bless you We wish you a year! We sow, we sow in your house, We are waiting for a cup of treats!

Carol comes to us On the eve of Christmas. The carol asks, asks At least a piece of the pie. Who will give the carol a pie? He will be there in every possible way! The cattle will be healthy The barn will be full of cows Who will squeeze his piece, It will be a lonely year. Will not find luck, happiness, The year will be spent in bad weather. Don't feel sorry for the pie Otherwise you'll create a debt!

Kolyada, Kolyada, Come from far away Once a year Let's admire it for an hour. We're crackling with the frost, With a prickly cold, With white snows, With a blizzard, with blizzards. Scooters - sleighs We drove ourselves - From village to village, Kolyada is fun.

A star is shining in the sky, At the hour of Holy Christmas... Kolyada came, I went around all the houses, I knocked on doors and windows, She walked and laughed and played... And behind the noisy Kolyada, Carolers in a crowd... Everyone rejoices and laughs, They sing a loud song: “Kolyada was born, On the eve of Christmas..."

The carol has arrived On the eve of Christmas, Give me the cow Oil head. And God forbid that Who is in this house? The rye is thick for him, Rye is tough. He's like an ear of octopus, From the grain he has a carpet, Half-grain pie. The Lord would grant you And living and being, And wealth. And create for you, Lord, Even better than that!

Kolyada-molyada She arrived young. We found a carol In Ivan's yard! Hey, Uncle Ivan, Take the good stuff out into the yard! How cold it is outside Freezes nose Doesn't tell me to stand for long He orders it to be served soon, Or a warm pie Or money with a spear, Or a silver ruble!

Kolyada, Kolyada, It's Christmas Eve! Good auntie, The pie is delicious Don't cut, don't break, Serve it quickly Two, three, We've been standing for a long time Let us not stand! The stove is heating up I want some pie!

I'm caroling, I'm caroling I will go into any hut. I'll ask the hostess Let's have some sweets. And cookies and sweets, And sherbet with nuts, And halva and chocolate, Pastille and marmalade, Delicious cake, Sweet ice cream We'll eat it ourselves And treat each other And the hostess, and the hostess Remember with a kind word!

Kolyada, Kolyada Open the gates Get out the chests Serve the snouts. Even a ruble Even a nickel Let's not leave home like that! Give us some candy Or maybe a coin Don't regret anything It's Christmas Eve!

I sow, I sow, I sow, Congratulations on Kolyada, I wish you happiness and joy. I sow, I sing, I sprinkle it with barley, So that it can be born in the field, So that the living creatures double, For children to grow up So that girls can be married. I sow, I sow, I sow, I wish you happiness and all the best. Who will give us some pie? There's a barn full of cattle, Sheep with oats A stallion with a tail. Who won't give you the pie? That's why a chicken leg Pestle and shovel The cow is hunchbacked. Don't squeeze, mistress, Bring me a loaf! Take out the baked goods And spelled with butter. Everything will return a hundredfold May your home be rich.

They prepared quite carefully for the holiday of Kolyada - they not only taught interesting carols, but also sewed costumes of various animals - goats, rams, bears. Basically, images of those animals that were Russian folk heroes were used. It was believed that by changing clothes one could “appease” Kolyada. Also on this evening, folk festivals and fairs were held, where you could show off your prowess and ingenuity.

There were always many carolers, but fewer than three were not allowed to carol. Everyone had their own task: someone carried a star and sang songs, someone carried a bag with the sweets they received, and someone rang the bell, notifying that the mummers were coming. Caroling has always been fun and interesting.

Kolyada-kolyada Open the gate! We came to carol Merry Christmas to you! Friendly hosts May the year be fruitful. Give the mummers some sweets, Happiness will send you greetings. Give me rubles, coins, You will live a hundred years. Pour everything into the bag until it piles up. It's bitterly cold outside, We were cold, but warm Warmed up your good home!

You, master, don’t be tormented, Give it quickly! What about the current frost? Doesn't tell me to stand for long Orders to serve soon: Either pies come out of the oven, Or a penny of money, Or a pot of cabbage soup! God bless you A yard full of bellies! And to the stables of horses, Into the calf barn, To the guys' hut And take care of the kittens!

I sing carols for Who will give me a ruble in total, And it’s not difficult for me to dance, For a tenner in your hand. If there is a son in the house, Give me some cheese, hostess/owner, Since you have a daughter in the house, I'll ask for a barrel of honey. If there are any other goodies, I'll keep it in my pocket. Well, mistress/host, don’t be shy! Treat me quickly!

A carol was born On the eve of Christmas, Behind the mountain behind the steep, Beyond the fast river, Behind the mountain behind the steep, Behind the river behind the fast one The forests are dense, In those forests the fires are burning, The fires are burning blazing, People stand around the lights People stand caroling: ‘Oh carol, carol, You happen, carol, Before Christmas'.

Kolyada, Kolyada Christmas Eve Damn and flatbread Owner Alyoshka Give me a nickel, auntie I won't leave home like this!! A little boy Sat down on a glass And the glass is fragile Give me a rub, mistress!!!

The moon shone in the sky, showed us the way Upper and lower – closest to the house. Go out onto the porch, owner, pour some wine into a glass. We won’t drink wine, we’ll smear it on our lips, We'll smear it on your lips and tell you about your house. Your house has four corners, In each corner there are three young men: Goodness, Comfort, Peace live. A girl walks from corner to corner - The braid spreads across the floor - The girl's name is Love, Your roof rests on it! If you reward us generously, - You will keep happiness in your home! Let's leave the yard with gifts - The bins will be full! Even a piece of candy, even a nickel - We won't just leave!!!

Kolyada, Kolyada, Give me some pie Or a loaf of bread, Or half a buck, Or a chicken with a crest, Cockerel with a comb! Open the chests, owners, Take out your heels! Give a penny to the Carolers!

Kolyada, they say poison, The carol was born! Who will serve the pie? That's the yard of the belly, More small cattle - You wouldn't know the numbers! And who won't give a penny - Let's close up the loopholes Who won't give you some flatbread? Let's block up the windows Who won't give you the pie? Let's take the cow by the horns, Who will not give bread - Let's take grandfather away Who won't give ham - Then we will split the cast iron!

I'm caroling, I'm caroling I will go into any hut. I'll ask the hostess Let's have some sweets. And cookies and sweets, And sherbet with nuts, And halva and chocolate, Pastille and marmalade, Delicious cake, Sweet ice cream We'll eat it ourselves And treat each other And the hostess, and the hostess Remember with a kind word!

We knock on the door, sing carols, Open, the wind is blowing, It's winter outside, And we wish you warmth! Peace to the master and mistress, We'll sing you some fairy tales, Let's stamp, let's rumble, Let's play, let's laugh, Let's have fun with carols, We'll give you wishes. For us, the benefit is simple: At least a piece from the table! Kolyada, Kolyada, Merry Christmas to you, gentlemen!

Kolyada, Kolyada, invite me from the yard! We'll come to your house now And we will dance and sing. We glorify the owners, We wish them happiness! Kolyada, Kolyada, fun for you, food for us. Don’t skimp, share, here’s a bag – a pie – here!

Let's sing carols, Let's drive away trouble We drive away illnesses From home and from the yard! Hey, honest Kolyada, Look here soon! Let them reign under the roof here And prosperity and comfort! May the whole year be generous, Let the income grow in the house, May everyone here be healthy Let love reign everywhere!

Hi all!

If you celebrated with noise and uproar, then another holiday is approaching - the Nativity of Christ. But before that, according to tradition, from January 6 to 7, caroling takes place throughout the country. The most basic attributes of this event are dressing up, that is, dressing up and reading and singing carols and songs. There are also games and fortune telling.

Do you even know what a carol is? To be honest, I had never even thought about this question before. But now I have to, and I’m sharing the information with you. It turns out that this word means “calendars”, it’s funny, it’s a song with wishes for a good life, wealth, good health and a great harvest.

Adults and children walked around the courtyards and apartments and sang songs, and those who opened the doors in return gave them treats. And this mood and the resulting charge of energy lasted for a couple of months. And a bunch more positive emotions. I remember when I was a child I had to perform such tunes. Yes, it was very fun and funny.

I suggest you take all these not too long texts and memorize them with your children, and then walk around and sing them. Good luck, let's go.

Do you know how to carol correctly? And another question, when? That's right, in the evening of January 6-7. But, besides this, you should know some more features, which I will tell you about right now. Read and memorize, because it is very interesting, find out who the bell ringer, the mekhonosh and the star are. And the term caroling itself means the following (I made newspaper clippings):

Now let's move on directly to the rhymes and tunes themselves, choose any one you like and enchant everyone.

This is how it happened in this world
For many years in a row
On such a magical, good evening
Angels fly to us from heaven
They bring goodness, hope,
Blessing to every home
Happy New Year everyone
And Merry Christmas!

Kolyada, Kolyada
Open the gates
Get out the chests
Serve the snouts.
Even if you chop
Even a nickel
Let's not leave home like that!
Give us some candy
Or maybe a coin
Don't regret anything
It's Christmas Eve!

Mister, gentlemen
Mister, gentlemen,
The master's wife
Open the doors
And give us a gift!
Pie, roll
Or anything else!

Kolyada, Kolyada
Kolyada, Kolyada,
Another day of Christmas!
Who will serve the pie?
That's the yard of the belly.
Who won't give me the pie?
That's why the gray mare
Yes, the grave is torn!

Celebrate, have fun
People are kind to me
And be clothed with delight
In the robe of holy joy.
Now God has appeared in the world -
God of gods and King of kings.
Not in a crown, not in purple
This Heavenly Priest.
He was not born in the wards
And not in cleaned houses.
There was no gold to be seen there,
Where He lay in swaddling clothes.
Inconceivable He fit
In a cramped manger, like a poor man.
Why was He born?
Why is it so poor?
In order to save us
From the devil's snares
Exalt and glorify
Us with your love
Let us praise God forever
For such a day of celebration!
Let me congratulate you
Happy Christmas Day!
We wish you many summers,
Many, many, many years.

Kolyada, Kolyada,
Who won't give me the pie?
We take the cow by the horns
Who won't give donuts,
We hit him in the face,
Who won't give a penny?
That's a neck on the side.

The carol has arrived
On the eve of Christmas,
Give me the cow
Oil head.
And God forbid that
Who is in this house?
The rye is thick for him,
Rye is tough.
He's like an ear of octopus,
From the grain he has a carpet,
Half-grain pie.
The Lord would grant you
And living and being,
And wealth.
And create for you, Lord, even better than that!

Kolyada, Kolyada
Open the gates
Get out the chests
Serve the snouts.
Even a ruble
Even a nickel
Let's not leave home like that!
Give us some candy
Or maybe a coin
Don't regret anything
It's Christmas Eve!

The sparrow flies
Twirls his tail,
And you people know
Cover the tables
Receive guests
Happy Christmas!

Congratulations people!
The day of general fun has arrived!
Short, medium, long,
Young, young, old!
We bring congratulations to everyone,
Looking forward to a treat for this!

I help my mother.
I carol until the morning.
Have pity baby
Give me some candy!

Joy without boundaries has come,
Let's celebrate in the morning!
God bless you
We wish you a year!
We sow, we sow in your house,
We are waiting for a cup of treats!

Like Christmas
Rolled under the window
Nikanorov's yard
On seven pillars.
Turned pillars,
Gold plated.
Our carol
Neither small nor large.
She sews under the window,
Serves pies.
Here in the master's house

Do you know that the most famous carol is Carol Of The Bells and, apparently, as I understand it, it has a Ukrainian origin.

This song is a ritual song and is sung at Christmas.

Keep the processed and finished composition from composer Nikolai Leontovich. And by the way, on January 13, the so-called Vasiliev's evening, which is called Generous, is celebrated. On this day you can also chant:

Shchedrik, Shchedrik, Shchedrovochka,
A swallow has arrived.
I started chirping to myself,
Call the owner:
- Come out, come out, master,
Look at the sheep -
The sheep lambed there,
And the lambs were born
Your goods are all good,
You will have more than one penny,
Even if it’s not money, it’s sex.
Your wife has black eyebrows.
Shchedrik, Shchedrik, Shchedrovochka,
A swallow has arrived.

Or here’s another tune that can be performed by groups in your city or village.

On a starry night Christ was born.
He was laid in a simple manger.
An angel descended from heaven into the field,
He announced the news to the shepherds:
“Rejoice, everyone - Christ is born.
He was laid in a simple manger.”
Glory, glory, glory to God in the highest!
Goodwill to all people!
The angelic choir sang a song,
Peace on earth was proclaimed.

Here are more carols for the Christmas holiday:

The night is silent, the night is holy,
People are sleeping, the distance is clear;
Only in the stable the light is on;
The holy couple does not sleep there,
The Child is dozing in the manger.

The Child is dozing in the manger.
The night is silent, the night is holy,
The heights lit up
Bright Angel from heaven,
He brought news to the shepherds:
"Christ was born to you! Christ was born to you!”

The night is silent, the night is holy,
A star is burning in the sky;
The shepherds have been on their way for a long time,
They are in a hurry to come to Bethlehem:
They will see Christ there. They will see Christ there.

The night is silent, the night is holy,
All hearts await happiness.
God, let me come to Christ,
Find joy in the light in him.
Glory forever, Christ! Glory forever, Christ!

Merry carol
Kolyada, Kolyada...
And the woman has a beard.
And my grandfather grew a tail.
The scoundrel is running around in the garden.

Kolyada, Kolyada...
It doesn't matter to us.
God will give you full health.
The bins will be full.

Kolyada, Kolyada...
We dance all the years.
And also on all fours
We boldly climb the steps.

Kolyada, Kolyada...
It's okay that it's cold.
I'm healthy, I'll go into the cold,
I take a swim in the pond.

Kolyada, Kolyada...
Have fun, people, always!
After all, it’s not fitting for us to be sad,
Enjoying the little things in life.

Kolyada, Kolyada...
There is a candle and food on the table.
The cute Christmas tree is shining.
The Lord blesses everyone.

I'm caroling, I'm caroling
I will go into any hut.
I'll ask the hostess:
- Come on, some goodies!
And cookies and sweets,
And sherbet with nuts,
Pastille and marmalade -
I will be glad to receive any gifts.
I will treat everyone
And praise the hostess!

I'll go into any house
And there I will sing carols!
There will be day and there will be night,
All sorrows will go away!
Happiness to everyone, health to you,
We are waiting for a hundred grams of candy!

We carol, we carol,
We alternate songs and dances!
And squatted, and around,
Treat yourself to some pie!

Well, good hostess,
Hurry up and give us some candy!
We bring happiness and joy to the house,
We're still waiting for the pies!
There will be day and there will be food,
Kolyada will not forget you!

Kolyada, Kolyada,
Who won't give me the pie?
We take the cow by the horns
Who won't give donuts,
We hit him in the face,
Who won't give a penny?
That's a neck on the side.

Let us congratulate you in verse, friends,
I came to you to sing carols!
Baba cook the pies,
Hot, hot, out of the oven!
And some candy to boot,
For good luck, for good luck!

Kolyada, you are my Kolyada!
Open the gates quickly!
Today I bring happiness to your home,
Give me sweets, friends!

Give us some coins
Candy for the children
We don't bring harm to people.
We cannot be denied!

Kolyada, you are my Kolyada!
Happy holiday to everyone!
The pies on the tables are glowing with heat,
Everyone hears congratulations from me!

Koleda - moleda,
White beard
The nose is flat,
The head is like a basket,
Hands like sabers,
Legs - rakes,
Come New Year's Eve
Celebrate honest people!

Open the doors wider
And hand out candy!
There is a carol on the threshold,
Come running here everyone!
We wish you good health,
And we take the candy!

Joy and happiness come to the house,
After New Year's Eve
Christmas is coming
The kids are going caroling!
Reads short poems
Congratulations to everyone from the bottom of my heart!
Waiting for cookies and sweets,
Greetings from your family!

A star is shining in the sky,
Kolyada comes to the house!
Children go home
Prepare a hundred grams of sweets!
If you don't pamper the children,
You'll definitely feel sad today!

To be in the bins,
So that happiness can be found in homes
Get your treats out
May good luck be with you!
We are the messengers of the holy day,
We wish you peace, loving!

Kolyada comes to visit,
Throw away all your affairs!
There will be joy, there will be a feast
There will be peace in every home!

So that the rye is thick,
To prevent the butter from melting,
So that there would be money,
So that the guys are full!
We need to treat you to us,
We came to carol!

I'm called Mekhonoshey,
And I'm not afraid of frost!
I'm coming to see you,
And I'm carrying a big bag!

Mother winter has come.
Open the gates!
Christmas time has arrived!
The carols have arrived!
Kolyada-molyada!

Kolyada, Kolyada!
Give us some pie
Or a loaf of bread,
Or half a buck,
Or a chicken with a crest,
Cockerel with a comb!

Everything was sown, scattered everywhere,
And they showered you with well-fed grain!
They came to you to sing carols.
Happiness. A joy to offer!
And in return we want sweets,
May we have a lot of joy!

Merry Christmas to you, people!

So that you don't know grief
And they were rich!

Kolyada, Kolyada!
And sometimes there is a carol
On Christmas Eve
Kolyada has arrived
Christmas brought.

Kolyada comes - it's a fairy tale
Happiness, snow, skates, sleds!
Lights on the Christmas tree and children's laughter!
And general joy for everyone!
And now for our congratulations,
Rely on candy and cookies!

Christ the Savior
Born at midnight.
In a poor den
He settled.
Here above the nativity scene
The star is shining.
Christ the Master,
On your birthday
Give it to all the people
World of enlightenment!

And God forbid that
Who's in this house?
The rye is thick for him,
Dinner rye!
He's like an ear of octopus,
From the grain he has a carpet,
Half-grain pie.
The Lord would grant you
And living and being,
And wealth!

We sow, we blow, we flutter,
Merry Christmas!
You glorify Christ,
Give us some treats!

Give you, Lord,
In the field of nature,
Threshed on the threshing floor,
Kvashni thickening,
There is sporin on the table,
Thicker sour cream
The cows are milked!

An angel came down from heaven to you
And he said: “Christ was born!”
We came to glorify Christ,
And congratulate you on the holiday.

We're going caroling
Let's congratulate everyone!
Read short poems
And receive candy!

Kolyada has arrived
On the eve of Christmas.
God bless whoever is in this house
We wish all people well.
Gold, silver,
Lush pies,
Soft pancakes.
Good health,
Cow butter.

Kolyada, Kolyada, Kolyada!
The breadth of radiant smiles!
This is joy, this is children's laughter,
Turn your pockets out for everyone!
We wish you happiness
We look forward to treating ourselves!

Good evening to good people!
Let happy holiday will.
Merry Christmas to you.
We wish you happiness and joy!
Generous evening, good evening!
Good health to good people!

Christmas carols (texts and pictures)

And now I offer other options, which are also easy to learn, and then sung together with the children with great pleasure. Please teach! It's so much fun! And you can quickly print colorful pictures on a printer to make it easier to read.

Good evening to you,
Affectionate owner,
Rejoice, rejoice, earth,
The Son of God was born into the world.
We are coming to you, master,
With good news.
Rejoice, rejoice, earth,
The Son of God was born into the world.
With good news
From the holy city.
Rejoice, rejoice, earth,
The Son of God was born into the world.

***
At the hour of the Great Kolyada
We'll bake pies
At the hour of the Great Kolyada,
And let's go as a family to family,
We will bring joy to people.

Let us sing the praises of Christ,
Let the soul sing in the body,
May goodness come with goodness,
Brings bright happiness.

Our savior and creator,
Miracle of the Light blacksmith,
We glorify you
Always be with us.

Let us wish at this hour,
So that you have everything,
And patience and peace,
So that everyone values ​​life.

***
Ding-ding-ding, the bells are ringing!
Sons and daughters have come to you!
You meet carolers,
Greet us with a smile!

***
Kolyada, Kolyada!
And sometimes Kolyada
On the eve of Christmas.
Kolyada has arrived
Christmas brought.

***
Kolyada-kolyada
Christmas Eve
Even a ruble, even a nickel -
We won't just leave!

***
Today an Angel came down to us
And he sang: “Christ is born!”
We came to glorify Christ
And congratulate you on the holiday!

***
Here we go, shepherds,
All our sins are forgiven,
We bring you good news,
We won’t leave without gifts!

***
Carols, carols, carols,
Pancakes are good with honey,
And without honey it’s not the same,
Give me some pies, aunt (or uncle)!

***
Merry Christmas to you, people!
May you have peace and harmony,
So that you don't know grief
And they were rich!

***
Kolyada - molyada
I entered a new gate!
And behind it comes the frost
It has grown over the tyn!
He brought cold
So, grandfather Arkhip
Became young!
The frost is small
Yes, he doesn’t tell me to stand!
The frost does not tell me to stand,
It's time for us to carol.

***
Tyapu-lyapu,
Hurry up and give me a carol!
Feet are chilly
I'll run home.
Who will give
He is the prince
Who won't give -
Togo in the dirt!

***
Kalidim, Kalidim I am alone with my dad,
My dad sent me
So that I can get bread.
I don’t want bread, give me some sausage,
If you don't give me the sausage, I'll destroy the whole house.

***
Kolyadin, Kolyadin,
I'm alone with my mother,
Knee-deep casing,
Give me some pie, uncle!
Open the chest
Give me a penny!
What is in the oven - swords in the bag!

***
Here comes mother - winter has come,
Open the gate!
Christmas time has arrived!
The carols have arrived!

***
Kolyada arrived on the eve of Christmas.
God bless whoever is in this house.
We wish good things to all people:
Gold, silver,
Lush pies,
Soft pancakes
Good health,
Cow butter.

***
How many aspens,
So many pigs for you;
How many Christmas trees
So many cows;
How many candles
So many sheep.
Good luck to you,
The owner and the hostess
Great health,
Happy New Year,
With all the family!
Kolyada, Kolyada!

Good evening, generous evening,
Good health to good people.
The falcon has arrived
Sat at the window
I cut the cloth.
And the leftovers are for the owners’ hats,
And the scraps and for the belts,
Hello, happy holiday!

***
A carol came
On the eve of Christmas.
Who will give me some pie?
So the barn is full of cattle,
Ovin with oats,
A stallion with a tail.
You will give us -
We will praise
And you won’t give -
We will reproach!
Kolyada, Kolyada!
Serve the pie!

***
The little boy sat down on the sofa,
The sofa is fragile - drive away the ruble!

***
A star is shining in the sky,
At the hour of Holy Christmas
Kolyada came,
I went around all the houses,
I knocked on doors and windows,
She walked and laughed and played...
And behind the noisy Kolyada,
carolers in a crowd...
Everyone rejoices and laughs,
they sing a loud song:
“Kolyada was born,
on the eve of Christmas..."

***
The carol has arrived
On the eve of Christmas,
Give me the cow
Oil head.
And God forbid that
Who is in this house?
The rye is thick for him,
Rye is tough.
He's like an ear of octopus,
From the grain he has a carpet,
Half-grain pie.
The Lord would grant you
And living and being,
And wealth.
And create for you, Lord,
Even better than that!

***
Kolyada, Kolyada!
Open the gate!
Give me some pie
A piece of bread
A pot of sour cream!
Won't you serve any pies?
We let in bedbugs,
Mustached cockroaches
And striped animals!
Kolyada, Kolyada!
Give us some pie
Or a loaf of bread,
Or half a buck,
Or a chicken with a crest,
Cockerel with a comb!

***
Kolyada, Kolyada
Open the gates
Get out the chests
Serve the snouts.
Even if you chop
Even a nickel
Let's not leave home like that!
Give us some candy
Or maybe a coin
Don't regret anything
It's Christmas Eve!
The sparrow flies
Twirls his tail,
And you people know
Cover the tables
Receive guests
Happy Christmas!
Hello, treats
Please accept congratulations!
You will live together for up to two hundred years!
I wish you happiness and good health!
Merry Christmas,
Happy New Year!

The fact that the cold is not a problem
Kolyada is knocking on the door.
Christmas is coming to our house,
Brings a lot of joy.
For many years the stars have been burning
Announces birth.
And the Universe for a reason
Glorifies our Christ.
Behold, the Lord is a star in the sky
Lights up in a fast run.
He hurries to congratulate you
With triumph at this good hour.
On this day he became a Father
He gave the world a Son with a crown.
So that the spirit of earthly people
He became richer and kinder.
You'd better open the door
Let the spirit come home from heaven.
So that the fire of love burns,
Merry Christmas, peace be yours!

I'm doing carols so that
Who will give me a ruble in total,
And it’s not difficult for me to dance,
For a tenner in your hand.
If there is a son in the house,
Give me some cheese, hostess/owner,
Since you have a daughter in the house,
I'll ask for a barrel of honey.
If there are any other goodies,
I'll keep it in my pocket.
Well, mistress/host, don’t be shy!
Treat me quickly!

I carol, I carol,
That's what I smell.
Don't forget to pour me a drink
And then give it a snack!
Congratulations on the carol
And I wish the owners
So that there is prosperity in the house
And everything was smooth in the family!

Caroling, caroling
From family to family we wander
We will tell you poems,
Give us some pies
Well, it would be better if there were coins
We'll buy the candy ourselves
And also a handful of nuts,
And let's take a thimble of wine!

Open up stranger
And give me a piece of gold.
I'm singing carols
I sing without looking back
I can't sleep at night
And scream songs.
Think how sweet it is
Sleep without carols!

The magical night is coming
The night is holy
Brings bright joy
Illuminating souls.
Open the gate
Kolyada walking,
Christmas Eve
Bringing happiness to you.
So that your house is full
And good and good,
It's good to live in it
Without worries and burdens.
Caroling carol
From centuries today,
May a star shine for you
Grace of the Lord.

***
Kolyada-molyada
She arrived young.
We found a carol
In Ivan's yard!
Hey, Uncle Ivan,
Take the good stuff out into the yard!
How cold it is outside
Freezes nose
Doesn't tell me to stand for long
He orders it to be served soon,
Or a warm pie
Or money with a spear,
Or a silver ruble!

***
Christmas carol
Carol comes to us
On the eve of Christmas.
The carol asks, asks
At least a piece of the pie.
Who will give the carol a pie?
He will be there in every possible way!
The cattle will be healthy
The barn will be full of cows
Who will squeeze his piece,
It will be a lonely year.
Will not find luck, happiness,
The year will be spent in bad weather.
Don't feel sorry for the pie
Otherwise you'll create a debt!

Carols with notes and words

To make it fun and loud, it’s better, of course, to carol with songs and music. Therefore, choose the appropriate text, notes are given below it. And of course, you need to prepare for such an event in advance, remember this. Memorize it the day before.

"Carol has arrived"
Russian folk song.
The carol arrived on the eve of Christmas.
We walked, we looked for the holy carol.
We found a carol at Romanov's yard.
Romanov Dvor, Iron Tyn.
In the middle of the courtyard there are three towers.
In the first chamber there is a red sun,
The red sun is the hostess.
In the second chamber - the month is bright,
In the third term there are frequent asterisks.
The month is getting light - then the owner is here.
Often the stars are small.

"Carol"
Russian folk song.
1. A carol was born
On the eve of Christmas.
Chorus:
Oh, carol,
My carol!
2. Open the window
Start Christmas!
3. Open doors
Get out of bed. Oh, Kolyada, Kolyada,
Golden head!
Kolyada came -
I brought you all the best!

"Carol"
Russian folk song.
Kolyada-Malyada,
She arrived young.
We were looking for a carol
In Ivan's yard.
How cold it is outside
Freezes nose
Doesn't tell me to stand for long
Orders to serve soon:
Or a warm pie
Or butter-cottage cheese,
Or money with a spear,
Or a ruble in silver.

Calendar song “The carol has gone”
Russian folk song.

1. The carol went from end to end,

2. A carol came into Marya’s yard,
Ay, carol, carol, my carol!
3. And Maryushka, our sweetheart,
Ay, carol, carol, my carol!
4. The carol has arrived, open the gates,
Ay, carol, carol, my carol!

Christmas carols performed by a children's choir

Finally, I would like you to watch this video from the YouTube channel so that you have a complete understanding of how you can perform such chants for Christmas. I hope you enjoy it, happy viewing.

Well, friends, carol and sow. I wish you new victories and good luck in everything! Happy holiday everyone! Bye and see you again!

Best regards, Ekaterina

There are many things associated with the celebration of the Nativity of Christ. ancient traditions, one of which - the performance of Carols - is especially popular with children.

Christmas Carols are songs of greatness, unique Christmas hymns. Their main goal is the wish for health, wealth, as well as the praise of the Infant Christ and his Most Pure Mother, the Virgin Mary.

Currently, this wonderful, good tradition is fading into oblivion. In Russian villages you can still find noisy young people cheerfully singing greetings to the owners of the house, but in the cities, this entertainment is mainly for children who go from house to house, collecting sweets for wishes for well-being in the coming year.

But we are sure that interest in Carols will be revived, so we have prepared the best Christmas Carols for the smallest children, younger and middle-aged children school age, both for teenagers and young adults.

Carols for the little ones

* * *
Kolyada, Kolyada,
I brought you a holiday!
Congratulations to you!
Treats for us!

* * *
Carol, carol,
Fun outfit
I've come to your house!
The mountain brought happiness!
In the corners, along the walls
Both boys and girls!
Good hostess,
Come on, give me a treat!

* * *
A star fell from the sky,
Lighted up the street!
Kolyada is knocking on your door!
The holiday of goodness will happen!
Open it quickly!
Treat all guests!

* * *
We brought you news!
We were in a hurry and walked very quickly!
Have you prepared any treats for us?

* * *
The bird sings a song of glory!
This day does not allow anyone to be sad!
Christmas has come to visit you!
Brought happiness and wealth to your home!

* * *
Tit bird,
He's biting every grain!
A song of joy
He's singing to us!
Nativity
Coming towards us!
And the master and mistress
He brings us gifts!

* * *
Footprints are visible in the snow!
The carol is coming!
Angel from a distant star
He brings us news!
Happy Christmas!
Joy, happiness without end!
Do not regret the treat, For the sake of common forgiveness!
Nativity!
It's here again!

* * *
Kolyada, Kolyada!
Open the gates!
Today the Son of God will be born!
Great holiday is coming!
People treat us with sweets!

* * *
The goat walked, spilled milk,
A carol came and entered the gate.
I need to milk the goat
Give us a gift!
Give me what is in the house,
May prosperity and happiness coincide!

* * *
Kolyada-kolyadushka,
Good hostess!
She brought us to your house!
Gave me happiness and joy!
In exchange for candy!
Thank you for this!

* * *
Health and prosperity!
Love and respect!
Caring, understanding!
Thank you for your attention,
Here's to the goodies in this house!
Let's take Kolyada and go to another!

* * *
Good hostess!
Dear owner!
We have come to visit you
With my friend - Kolyada!
We wish you peace, happiness and goodness!
So that luck finds you right away!
Everything bad is locked up!
And all the sweets are in the bag!

For children and teenagers of any age

* * *
The great holiday has arrived!
Nativity!
Illuminated everything in the area!
Everything seems new!
People, people, congratulations!
And you treat your guests!
May you have a happy year!
No worries and no hassle!
We are waiting for sweets from you!
May you live in joy!

* * *
Hello, good people!
Good people, Orthodox!
Meet us, we are kind guests,
We are the messengers of a glorious festival!
We wish this house
Happiness, health, love,
Live a long and comfortable life,
Never get into debt!
May your wealth multiply!
Let happy life it will work out!
Today is a holy day!
Treat us to food!

* * *
On this day, holy and pure,
Christmas is coming to us!
Kolyada is destroying him
For apartments and houses!
A mystery descended from the sky,
And the road was illuminated
My heart beat in joy,
No one was left out!
Kolyada, Kolyada!
Open the gate, mistress!
Give us some money!
A crumb of bread!
More pies!
And sweeter sweets!
To bring joy to this house,
She came more often!

* * *
An angel flew from heaven
He sang good news to people.
Gave everyone a celebration
Holy Night Christmas!
The shepherds went into the cave
Mother and Christ were found there.
And the baby is not simple -
Our Savior is the God of men!
God will forgive all of us sinners,
He will reward you with faith in miracles!
You will meet us soon
We will continue our story.
You will seat us at the table,
Give me a treat!
Give me some pies
Yes, some coins for the trip.
Let's sit with you for a while,
Don't judge us harshly.
We will bring peace to your home!
And we will save you from losses!
Heaven will help us
Do miracles for people!

* * *
Kolyada, Kolyada!
The hostess is in a bustle!
Don't be stingy, be generous for us.
Give us some candy
Save your harvest!
Bring us some pies -
Drive away troubles.
Pour kvass into mugs,
It will be warmer in the heart,
And if you bring a nickel -
Live happily ever after!

* * *
Kolyada, Kolyada,
The cold has arrived
Open the doors to us,
Let's go, wander home!
We collect candy
Yes, we are dressed in suits.
Admire us
Give away your supply!
Well, we wish you
Long and happy years,
May God protect you
Sending you Angels for a hundred years!

* * *
The carols have begun
Hey people, beware!
Wait for us, we are the whole crowd,
We hurry to you, we have with us,
Congratulations to you!
At this hour we wish:
May you always be healthy
Take care of your honor
There are horseshoes hanging on the doors,
It's like you're in heaven watching them!
Take out what you can,
Even coins, even pie,
Even a cookie, even a horn -
We will be glad to receive gifts!
Come out, it's going to be hot!

* * *
Kolyada, molyada,
It's Christmas Eve
We will go to everyone,
And we want to ask you,
Open your doors
We are good to you, believe me,
Treat yourself to pies
Bread, fruit, money!
For such treats,
Congratulations to you,
Wishes for health,
And let the house glow with love!

* * *
We accept treats
Let's give everyone the mood,
After all, today is Kolyada,
How quickly the years go by.
We sing and dance for you,
No one is afraid of us now.
Merry Christmas
Open the gate to the house!
Serve us some pancakes
A bunch of different pies
Our parents sent us
So we can get something to eat!

* * *
Hey! The owners of the houses,
We say again,
Treat us to food
Our business is young.
We collect what you give
Put it in our big bag,
Bread, buns and jam,
Oh, what a pleasure
Give it to us here!
We wish you, gentlemen:
May you be rich
Generous tycoons,
So that life is like butter,
So that the strength does not fade away,
We'll come again in a year,
We'll sing you songs again!

* * *
Kolyada, Kolyada,
We'll visit everyone at home,
Our feet are frozen
Run along the paths for a long time.
We walk together, sing carols,
We are in icy weather,
Open the doors to us,
We walk through the villages.
They caroled a lot,
We're not tired yet
We continue to work
Just so as not to catch a cold,
Moms weren't worried
We were only admired
That they collected the whole bag,
It contains both butter and honey.
We wish everyone many years to come,
And prosperity,
So that business flourishes,
You'll be lucky!

* * *
It's such a Christmas time outside,
Carols have arrived,
We're hitting the road
To see all of us.
We are kind people to you,
Serve us some sweetness!
And candies and cookies,
Even delicious jam.
Congratulations!
Unlock your doors
Be happy always
And healthy all the years!

* * *
On the eve of Christmas,
The kids have gathered
And let's go caroling
Collect treats.
Knock-knock, open the door,
We'll sing you a song,
Don't stand on the threshold
We are waiting for some sweets from you!
Maybe you can give me some pancakes?
Or a piece of bread,
And look at us,
For an outfit and a scarf.
So that your health does not go wrong,
We will wish it for you,
So that you always have everything,
May Grace come to you!

* * *
The carols have begun
The boys gathered
To knock on every house,
To sing songs!
Open, treat,
How rich are you now?
You run out of the house,
And dance with us!
For heartfelt gifts,
We wish you health
Your every day will be bright,
Let life be golden!

* * *
Kolyada, Kolyada,
Oh, you are our molyad!
Remove from oven
The pies are browned.
Or a handful of money,
What's under the Christmas tree!
Don't be tormented, come out
Bear it with a kind heart!
You will always be praised
Here are some bright words for you:
To bring joy to everyone around
Suddenly brought happiness!

* * *
There are carols ahead of us,
We are getting ready for a long journey,
These are the orders -
We come to you with all our hearts.
We are young guys
And of course the daring ones,
We want sweets, cookies,
Lots of different treats!
We bring happiness to every home,
All bad weather will bypass you!
We cordially congratulate you,
And we wish you prosperity,
May Christ love you all,
And He blessed you in everything!

* * *
Kolyada has arrived
She brought a star in the sky.
We go home
Let's sing songs here and there!
The hostess is kind,
Open the gate!
We come in peace
The songs were brought to you.
About health and wealth,
About kindness and peaceful brotherhood.
We will sing to you loudly,
To blow the pipe,
Hit the tambourine hard,
Talk about carols.
Give me a ruble, give me two,
May your head be bright!
Give me a piece of pie,
So that my son doesn't get sick!
Give me a sip of milk,
May your daughter be healthy!
Give some sweets to the bundle,
May hubby love you!
To make it light
Do not spare good things for us!
Don't stand there, don't be bored
Meet Kolyada!

* * *
The birds sing songs,
They chirp happily!
People are really looking forward to the holiday!
They are rushing to meet him!
Christmas comes to the house
May joy settle in him!
Treat us quickly!
It will be more fun together!

* * *
Kolyada, Kolyada,
Christmas Eve
We walk through the yards
We bring happiness to the house
We sing songs to people,
Yes, we are collecting gifts.
Open your oven
Nothing can be saved from us.
Get out the loaf
Cut off the edge for us.
Pour some milk
We haven't left yet.
Get out the lollipops
We have come to you, daredevils!
Salo give us some clothes,
So that there is no loss!
If you give us cutlets -
You will live the whole year without troubles!
If you treat us with cottage cheese,
You will be happy to drink with a cone!
Don't be greedy, get it
Give us a treat!
Make it more fun,
The harvest will be generous!

* * *
You are the hostess with the owner
You will know all our secrets,
If you invite us into your house,
May you treat me from the heart!
Pie or roll,
Or dumplings and borscht.
We'll sing carols for you,
To keep things in order
So that the cattle would multiply,
There was money in the house!
Give us a nickel for the road!
Let's not leave home like that!
Well, or bring us a ruble,
Yes, ask for peace!
Today we bring the news -
And we’ll sing to everyone about the miracle!
Our Savior has already been born
Our redeemer from sins!
Have fun don't get bored
Give us gifts!

* * *
Kolyadushka, Kolyada!
There's a bustle in the yard,
Let us have some cheese and some candy on our doorstep!
Open your suitcase and bring good luck into your home!
Bring a spoon of porridge,
Forgive everyone's sins.
Can you give us some bread?
You will be famous here and there,
If you pour milk,
You won't be lost this year!
Well, give me another nickel -
You will be a master in business!

* * *
Frost outside the window, we arrived on horseback,
Kolyada caught up with us
She brought me to your gate.
You are the owner, welcome us,
Come on, treats!
You will live well,
And don’t worry about troubles.
Bring some salt, cheese,
Ask for a miracle in our house!
Give us a ruble each -
And there will be no decline!
Give me some candy in your pockets -
Forget about the pills -
We bring happiness to everyone and sing Carols!

* * *
The hare ran through the fields,
He met us too!
Invited us to visit you,
And he asked for cabbage.
Give us some cabbage
The table was bursting with snacks!
Pour us some hot tea,
To have many friends.
Give me a nickel in my hands,
Forget about troubles!
Kolyada came to the houses,
Open the gates!
Arrange a reception for us as soon as possible,
And we will move on!

* * *
On Christmas Day the doors open
Guests are on the doorstep.
In heaven the angels are singing,
The roads are covered in snow!
Holiday, holiday is coming to us!
He brings holy news!
Christ the Master is born!
And the celebration is great!
You, mistress, don’t hesitate,
Bring treats!
All the candies mixed together
Treat me to some pies!

* * *
A carol was walking past,
I looked through the gate!
Brought good luck to your home!
Give me some money for change!
Brought the covenants!
Give us candy!
Bede said: Go away!
Give us some pies!
Everyone is happy to see Kolyada here!
Give me the chocolate!
And lemonade too!

* * *
Knock, knock, knock, knock on doors,
Let's not miss a single one!
We have a message for you!
Today is a dear holiday!
Christmas is knocking on your door!
Joy and goodness are rushing to you!
Merry Christmas!
We are waiting for gifts under the window!

* * *
The lights come on!
We did not come to you alone.
With a carol carol,
Dear, kind carol!
Let the house be full!
How kind you are!
We bring you joy
And in return we ask for a treat!

* * *
Kolyada, carol!
I came to you for a sweet treat!
Give me some pies
We wish you from the bottom of our hearts,
The walls of the house are strong!
To the hostess - tenacious hands,
So that there is no lack of money,
Money stuck to them!
To the owner - goods,
More! No flaws!
Happiness, joy, good luck!
And love, but with dedication!
Treat me quickly
Kind, affectionate guests!

* * *
A cloud came down from the sky,
With good news!
The bird sang a song,
Sitting on a thin branch!
The Good News is in the air,
Kolyada carries her!
Christmas, Christmas is coming!
Health and joy will bring!
We came with carols!
Treat us to food!
Apples, candies,
We thank you for this!

* * *
In the distance, barely audible,
The bells are ringing.
About the Great Holiday,
They are in a hurry to inform everyone!
Nativity!
The holiday has come to us!
Owners, kind, generous,
Found it at the table!
Peace and happiness to you!
Wealth and love!
Treats, give me,
Pies on the road!
A little candy
So that the children rejoice!

About carols and traditions of their performance

Carols date back to pagan times. There are several versions of their appearance. There is an assumption that in ancient times, even before Christianity, carols were directly related to the cult of the Sun. In those days, people's lives directly depended on the amount of harvest. In fact, carols were originally an appeal to the pagan gods, to the forces of nature. Their main content is the wish for a rich harvest and prosperity in the new year.

After the adoption of Christianity, the ritual of caroling simple people gradually moved to Christmas. The songs themselves have changed. Now, instead of turning to pagan deities and nature, biblical images were glorified. As a rule, the rhythm of the songs was simple, which made them easy to remember. They started caroling from Christmas night until Epiphany. Both adults and children came out to sing songs.

The carolers walked around the village, chose a house and, stopping under the windows, began praising the owners. They acted out entire performances: they put on costumes, masks, and memorized poems and songs in advance. And if something was forgotten, then they added their own to the general laughter. The owners did not skimp on treats, which, to the general noise, were put into large bags prepared in advance. It was customary to generously give gifts to guests. The carolers ate everything together at the end of the day. They believed that the more carolers who looked into the house, the more prosperous life there would be in the new year.

The goat was considered one of the symbols of the holiday. People believed that she could ward off evil spirits from the house and promote well-being. Usually they chose the most active and cheerful guy, who was dressed in a goat costume. And he was already dancing dashingly in front of the owners of the home and other carolers. It was believed that the more interesting and fun this holiday was, the more fertile and fortunate the next year would be.

Dear friends, a bright holiday is coming soon - Christmas. According to the old Russian custom, on this evening adults and children (most often children) dress up in National costumes and go caroling - to wish their relatives, friends and acquaintances a Merry Christmas. They usually sing carols.

Carols are traditional ritual songs, which are often of a religious nature, glorifying the birth of Jesus Christ. With the words of carols they began to thank God for all the good things that happened in the old year, and they praised the generosity and hospitality of the hosts.

And today Khokhma made a selection of carols for children for Christmas, short and in verse. We present them to your attention.

Christmas carols for children

Kolyad-kolyad-kolyada -
Trouble - “No!”
And to happiness - “Yes!”
Happy New Year, Merry Christmas:
We wish you peace in your home,
And health and goodness,
And heartfelt warmth!
Kolyad-kolyad-kolyada -
For troubles – “No!”, but for happiness – “Yes!!!”


Shchedrik-Petryk,
Give me the dumpling!
a spoonful of porridge,
Top sausages.
This is not enough
Give me a piece of bacon.
Take it out quickly
Don't freeze the children!

Kolyada, Kolyada,
We open all the houses,
All the windows, chests,
We give sweets and pies,
So that it would be good for you,
Say thank you to heaven
God will give us all health,
After all, he is good at this.

Christmas carols

Kolyada, Kolyada!
Give us some pie
Or some bread and salkom,
Or a chicken with a tuft,
Cockerel with a comb.
Happiness and joy to your home!


Tausen, tausen,
We go to everyone!
Who won't give jelly -
I'll spray it at the gate.
Who won't give you a donut -
I'm a sheep's armpit.
Tausen, tausen!
Cook, grandma, jelly -
On the hill,
In the skull


Kolyada comes - it's a fairy tale
Happiness, snow, skates, sleds!
Lights on the Christmas tree and children's laughter!
And general joy for everyone!
And now for our congratulations,
Rely on candy and cookies!

Christmas carols for children, short, in verse

Kolyada, Kolyada,
It's Christmas Eve!
Good auntie,
The pie is delicious
Don't cut, don't break,
Serve it quickly
Two, three,
We've been standing for a long time
Let us not stand!
The stove is heating up
I want some pie!


And God forbid that
Who's in this house?
The rye is thick for him,
Dinner rye!
He's like an ear of octopus,
From the grain he has a carpet,
Half-grain pie.
The Lord would grant you
And living and being,
And wealth!


Today an Angel came down to us
And he sang: “Christ is born!”
We came to glorify Christ,
Happy holiday to you!


A carol came
Christmas Eve
Who will give me some pie?
So the barn is full of cattle,
Ovin with oats,
A stallion with a tail!
Who won't give me the pie?
That's why a chicken leg
Pestle and shovel
The cow is hunchbacked.


Mister, gentlemen,
The master's wife
Open the doors
And give us a gift!
Pie, roll
Or anything else!