The student from the Dial-A-Carol service didn't have the lyrics of "Here We Come A-Wassailing" at hand this morning, so I requested "Silent Night" as an alternate. I'll credit the caroler with perseverance and staying the course through two verses. When you're not a professional singer, reaching the higher notes is challenging, so I commend her for doing her best.
When I was in college, I would never have volunteered to sing solo on a caroling hotline. I would have been OK with being part of a group of carolers, provided they didn't overshadow me too much, but I wouldn't have sung carols by myself. With my limited singing range, it wouldn't have been advisable. Bravo. then, to all the solo carolers who have the courage to put themselves out there.
