Carol of the Birds Colin Buchanan

"Carol of the Birds" by Colin Buchanan is a contemporary Christmas song blending #Folk and #Children's music, released in 2004. The lyrics celebrate the joy of Christmas through the perspective of various birds, emphasizing themes of hope, nature, and the spirit of giving. Its unique use of animal imagery and cheerful melodies makes it appealing to families. The song fosters a sense of wonder and connection to the holiday spirit, resonating with listeners during the festive season.

[Verse 1]
Out on the plains, the brolgas are dancing
Lifting their feet like horses prancing
Up to the sun, the woodlarks go winging
Faint in the dawn light echoes their singing

[Refrain]
Orana! Orana! Orana to Christmas Day!

[Verse 2]
Down where the tree ferns grow by the river
There where the waters sparkle and quiver
Deep in the gullies, bellbirds are chiming
Softly and sweetly their lyric notes rhyming

[Refrain]
Orana! Orana! Orana to Christmas Day!

[Verse 3]
Friarbirds sip the nectar of flowers
Currawongs chant in wattle-tree bowers
In the blue ranges lorikeets calling
Carols of bush birds are rising and falling

[Verse 4]
Down wherе the tree ferns grow by the rivеr
There where the waters sparkle and quiver
Deep in the gullies, bellbirds are chiming
Softly and sweetly their lyric notes rhyming

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