Shchedryk – Carol of the Bells (Violin & Piano)

Composition / songwriting: Mykola Leontovych · Arrangement: Iryna Martynova

"Shchedryk" was composed in 1914 by Ukrainian composer Mykola Leontovytch, based on a traditional folk chant sung at the winter solstice.

Instrumentation: Violin and piano
Level: Intermediate
Format: Printable PDF

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Shchedryk – Carol of the Bells (Violin & Piano)

About the piece

"Shchedryk" was composed in 1914 by Ukrainian composer Mykola Leontovytch, based on a traditional folk chant sung at the winter solstice. Its hypnotic four-note ostinato later became known worldwide as "Carol of the Bells," though the original is a Ukrainian New Year's song about a little swallow heralding a prosperous year. This arrangement sets the beloved melody for violin and piano.