So, picking the “Gaudete” theme back up, today’s selection is two versions of “In Dulci Jubilo.” You’ll note that the sung version is part Latin, part English. This is the way the song was written, some 500 years ago. This “mixing of languages” in a text is called “Macaronic.” I always thought that a silly word for the idea, because it always reminded me of macaroni, and thus Mac & Cheese. This song has nothing to do with Mac & Cheese, but I always thing of it when I hear the song. . . and now, you will, too! *snickers*

But the thought passes quickly, because the music is so lovely, that thoughts of blue box lunches are swept from the brain with only a few measures.

“In Dulci Jubilo” translates as “With Sweet Rejoicing”. Indeed!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt9xm–p-aY