A holiday songfest

The location:
I think it's more fun to go out, especially if it's snowing. This gives you lots of opportunity to brag to the folks at work about singing in the "freezing cold." It also lets you meet your neighbors, if they're not already singing with you, and bring your songs to folks who might not be able to get out to holiday events. If you do go out, remember to wear gloves, not mitts, so it's easier to turn pages.

The musicians:
Anybody who loves music should come along, young and old. See what you can do in harmony, and try a couple of songs from another tradition. If folks want to sing the old favourites and you want a little variety, try having each person sing a different verse, or have men sing one verse and women the next. If folks are shy about singing, they can play percussion on a toy drum or a shaker made from a small plastic yogurt container filled with beans. Kazoos are another great way to liven up your songfest. Try kazoo and shaker backup to your best singers!