This edition was prepared by James W. Keefe — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Hanukkah Song
Staff Notation • Secular, Folk songs
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Hanukkah Song — Lyrics
O, Hanukkah, come light the menorah,
let's have a party, we'll all dance the horah;
gather 'round the table, we'll give you a treat
S’vivonim to play with, levivot to eat
and while we are playing
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About Hanukkah Song
This arrangement of the Hanukkah Song paints a vivid picture of a joyful celebration. The English lyrics invite listeners to gather for a festive party, complete with dancing the horah, playing with dreidels (svivonim), and enjoying traditional Hanukkah treats like potato pancakes (levivot). As the song unfolds, it shifts to a more reflective mood, mentioning the menorah candles burning low. Each flame is presented as a gentle light, a reminder of the historical significance of Hanukkah and the days of old. This SATB setting brings the familiar folk melody to life, capturing both the exuberance and the poignant remembrance inherent in the holiday's traditions.
