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Mitt hjerte alltid vanker -Netherland Christmas Song
This a famous Christmas piece that many people in The Netherlands listen to.

The mood created by this piece is very joyous and festive.

The tempo is moderate.
This symphony is composed of mainly strings or orchestra instruments

This song is very distinct from our Christmas music in general because the difference in language allows for there rhythmic schemes to be different . The songs are also song in an opera style using more vocal skills.

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http://www.worldholidaytraditions.com/en-us/countries/netherlands.aspx

http://www.worldholidaytraditions.com/en-us/countries/netherlands.aspx

http://www.whychristmas.com/cultures/holland.shtml

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Sinter Claas (Santa) was originally there to protect the city and buildings.

Christmas is thus a mixture of ancient heathen and Christian traditions.

In the past, barn doors were marked with a cross to keep evil spirits away.

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Many families gather for a feast after 5 p.m. on Christmas day. One famous dish is the Cream porridge. They usually dress semi-formally and warmly because of the temperature in The Netherlands.

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There are many carolers that go to Church on Christmas day. They also celebrate the birth of Christ on Christmas eve.
These carolers also visit other house to sing.

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Christmas is celebrated on the 25th of December.

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Santa Claus in The Netherlands is referred to as Sinter Claas. People in the Netherlands celebrate Christmas differently than the Unites States. Instead of elves, Hobgoblins give the kids presents. The name of Christmas is the same.

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