Joy to the World
"In this country, it's traditional to celebrate Christmas with a festive 'Feast of the Seven Fishes' and a large family gathering."
What is Italy?
Not originally from the state of Alabama, Marty is a transplant from this western US State.
What is California?
"This Christmas carol, originally written in 1818, was composed by Franz Xaver Gruber with lyrics by Joseph Mohr. It is famously known for being sung by candlelight during a midnight Mass."
What is Silent Night?
On the fifth day of Christmas my true love gave to me....
What is 'Five Golden Rings?' (Bonus points if sang)
"Oh, what fun it is to ride in a one-horse open sleigh!"
What is 'Jingle Bells?'
"In this Latin American country, children celebrate Christmas Eve by going to a midnight Mass and then enjoying a meal of tamales and ponche (fruit punch)."
What is Mexico?
Even though he plays wicked fills and sick beats on the drumset now, Tracey played this instrument in high school band.
What is trumpet?
"This Christmas classic, first performed in 1941 by Bing Crosby, was written by Irving Berlin and became the best-selling single of all time."
What is White Christmas?
On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
What is 4 Calling Birds?
"Joyful and triumphant, oh come ye, oh come ye to Bethlehem."
What is 'O Come All Ye Faithful?'
"In this country, the Christmas season is celebrated with a popular tradition of 'KFC' for Christmas dinner, stemming from a post-WWII marketing campaign."
What is Japan?
Despite having a deep love and fandom for the University of Alabama, Brian attended this rival school for his banking degree.
What is LSU?
"This song, written by James Lord Pierpont in 1857, is one of the most famous American Christmas songs and was originally meant to celebrate Thanksgiving before becoming associated with Christmas."
What is Jingle Bells?
On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
What is Two Turtle Doves?
"Long lay the world in sin and error pining, 'til He appeared and the soul felt its worth."
What is 'O Holy Night?'
"In this country, Christmas celebrations include the tradition of 'La Posada,' where people reenact Mary and Joseph's search for lodging. This tradition involves parades, carolers, and often culminates in a large party with piñatas and treats."
What is Guatemala?
Not counting the youth members, Reiley is the youngest member of the Praise Band at 18 years old... but this member is the second youngest.
Who is Matt?
"This 1970 hit song by Paul McCartney and Wings became a holiday favorite, and was written by McCartney as a response to the challenges and confusion of the Christmas season."
What is Wonderful Christmastime?
On the ninth day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
What is 9 Ladies Dancing?
"Born a King on Bethlehem's plain, gold I bring to crown Him again."
What is 'We Three Kings?'
"In this country, Christmas celebrations often feature a tradition called 'Tió de Nadal,' where a wooden log is 'fed' with food and then hit by children in hopes of getting candy and small gifts. The log is also known as the Christmas 'pooping log.'"
What is Spain?
The Praise band has 3 music teachers (current or past), but these two members have served as a principal of a school before.
Who are Gary and Andy?
"The song 'Hark! The Herald Angels Sing' was written by Charles Wesley, but the music was composed by this famous German composer, who also wrote 'Joy to the World.'"
Who is Felix Mendelssohn?
On eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
8 Maids a-Milking
"Disperse the gloomy clouds of night, and death's dark shadows put to flight."
What is 'O Come, O Come, Emmanuel?'