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sl8

(17,001 posts)
Thu Dec 18, 2025, 09:36 AM Dec 18

A little ditty about the comma placement in "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen":

2:48 min.


Where Is The Comma In "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen" Supposed To Go?

RamsesThePigeon
2021 Dec 1

This a cappella arrangement of "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen" examines how commas can change meanings… often with unintended results.

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A little ditty about the comma placement in "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen": (Original Post) sl8 Dec 18 OP
Clever song. markodochartaigh Dec 18 #1
Asymmetrical harmonizing EYESORE 9001 Dec 18 #2

markodochartaigh

(5,041 posts)
1. Clever song.
Thu Dec 18, 2025, 09:40 AM
Dec 18

The group harmonizes well together, except the guy in the tie. He seems a bit off key.

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