O Little Town Of Bethlehem Alto

"O Little Town of Bethlehem" is a beloved Christmas carol that was written in 1868 by Phillips Brooks, an Episcopal priest. The carol was inspired by Brooks' visit to the village of Bethlehem in the Sanjak of Jerusalem in 1865.

The carol is popular on both sides of the Atlantic, but it is sung to different tunes. In the United States, it is sung to the tune "St. Louis," composed by Lewis Redner, Brooks' collaborator. In the United Kingdom, Canada, and Ireland, it is sung to "Forest Green," a tune collected by Ralph Vaughan Williams.

The carol paints a vivid picture of the silent and dark streets of Bethlehem, where, while the world sleeps, God's holy child is born. It beautifully captures the tranquility of the small village and the profound significance of the birth of Jesus.

The carol is a reminder of the humble beginnings of Jesus and the promise of hope and salvation that His birth brings to the world. It continues to be a staple in Christmas celebrations, resonating with its timeless message of peace, love, and joy.