A talented musician brings Christmas joy with a beautiful performance of classic carols on an ancient instrument.
Joshua Messick is a National Hammered Dulcimer Champion. He lives in Asheville, United States. In this video, he plays two Christmas carols we all know and love: ‘Ding Dong Merrily on High’ and ‘Good King Wenceslas.’
The hammered dulcimer is an old instrument. Players use small hammers to strike the strings. When Messick plays, the sound comes out sweet and clear.
Messick is a composer and performer. He takes inspiration from World, Folk, and Classical music. He has played thousands of concerts across the United States, Japan, India, and Thailand. He keeps finding new ways to play this ancient instrument.
Each note Messick plays stirs the heart. The music sounds pleasant and comforting.
‘Ding Dong Merrily on High’ comes from France. It celebrates Christ’s birth with the joyful words “Gloria.”
‘Good King Wenceslas’ tells about a king who helped a poor man during the cold winter. The song teaches us about kindness and helping others.
Let this beautiful music warm your heart this Christmas season.
WATCH: Talented Musician Plays Two Classic Carols on Hammered Dulcimer
