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Old World Christmas Ornaments - Music
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Flute Ornament
Size: 5.75"
38036
$8.99
New 2012
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Legend coming soon!
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Small Drum Ornament
Size: 2"
38032
$7.99
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The drum ornament recalls the legend of the little drummer boy who traveled to Bethlehem to give the Christ Child the only gift he could - a song played on his drum. This ornament reminds us that humble gifts given with great love are the best.
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Holiday Bell Ornament
Size: 3.25"
38035
$11.99
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According to legend, bells rang throughout the world when Christ was born. Traditionally, bells have been used throughout Europe and America to ring in the Christmas season. Bell ornaments symbolize the joy and merriment of the Christmas holidays.
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Guitar Ornament
Size: 4.75"
38010
$9.99
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In 1818, a young Austrian priest was trying to devise a way to include music for the Christmas Eve service that night since the organ was broken. So he wrote a poem and took it to the organist, who composed a melody. That evening the song "Silent Night" was sung to the simple accompaniment of a guitar.
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Electric Guitar Ornament
Size: 5"
38024
$10.99
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The electric guitar was developed in the 1930s and firmly established the following decade with Gibson, Fender and Les Paul all offering their own models. Working to eliminate feedback with a solid wooden body, the sound was amplified electronically. In time, the electric guitar became "America's Instrument."
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Holly Hand Bell Ornament
Size: 4.5"
38012
$8.99
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According to legend, bells rang throughout the world when Christ was born. Traditionally, bells have been used throughout Europe and America to ring in the Christmas Season. Bell ornaments symbolize the joy and merriment of the Christmas holidays.
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Jukebox Ornament
Size: 4.25"
36031
$16.99
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More affordable than live music, a jukebox provided a greater variety of music for dancing or listening than a band. Extremely popular in the 1950's, the jukebox became a symbol of the teenage rock n' roll generation.
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Violin Ornament
Size: 4.5"
38008
$10.99
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The violin evolved from string instruments dating back as far as 5000 B.C. Played with a bow and made from hardwoods that allow the sound to resonate, it's beautiful, clear, soprano tones soar above the other instruments in the symphony. Long a favorite among listeners, it is also a traditional solo instrument.
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Trumpet Ornament
Size: 4.75"
38019
$9.99
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Horns are an important part of an old fashioned Christmas. According to legend, loud noises frightened evil spirits away during the cold winter solstice, so festivals with noise making were popular. In the 19th century, bands of horn-players paraded through the streets banishing all sorrow welcoming Christmas.
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Saxophone Ornament
Size: 4.75"
38025
$8.99
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The saxophone was invented by and named for Antoine-Joseph Sax, who was an expert instrument maker and talented musician. Introduced in Paris and patented in 1846, the saxophone has since become a necessity in every band due to its tonal beauty and versatility.
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Clarinet Ornament
Size: 5.75"
38026
$10.99
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The clarinet evolved from an earlier single-reed, woodwind instrument in the late 1600's. It was improved over the years, and Mozart was the first composer to use the clarinet in a symphony. With its lovely and unique sound, the clarinet is equally at home in orchestras and swing or jazz bands.
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Harmonica Ornament
Size: 4.25"
38027
$7.99
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The harmonica has many names, especially in blues music: mouth organ, blow-tube, Hobo Harp, blues harp, Mississippi saxophone, or simply mouth harp. A free reed, wind instrument, the unique tones of the harmonica can be heard in blues, folk, jazz, country, and rock & roll.
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Alto Horn Ornament
Size: 4.25"
38031
$9.99
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Horns are an important part of an old-fashioned Christmas. According to legend, loud noises frightened evil spirits away during the cold winter solstice, so festivals with noise making were popular. In the 19th century, bands of horn-players paraded through streets banishing all sorrow and welcoming Christmas.
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French Horn Ornament
Size: 4.75"
38015
$11.99
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Horns are an important part of an old-fashioned Christmas. According to legend, loud noises frightened evil spirits away during the cold winter solstice, so festivals with noise making were popular. In the 19th century, bands of horn-players paraded through streets banishing all sorrow and welcoming Christmas.
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Old World Ornament Hangers
01441
$2.75
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The fast and easy way to hang your Christmas ornaments! 100 green wire ornament hangers.
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