For generations, Graham Kendrick's beloved Christmas hymn The Candle Song has been a favourite in schools, choirs, and churches around the world. Its enduring impact lies in the way it captures profound truth through imagery that resonates with both children and adults.
The song reflects the vulnerability of a single candle flame shining in the darkness, the way one light can spread until every hand holds a flame, and the wonder that this fragile image ultimately points to-the birth of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World. Through simple yet powerful symbolism, The Candle Song invites reflection on hope, light, and the meaning of Christmas.
Over the years, the song has been widely used in school assemblies, nativity plays, children's choirs, and Christmas services. Teachers and choir directors regularly choose it for its accessible melody, rich imagery, and its ability to leave a lasting impression on hearts and minds.
To support Christmas preparations, Kendrick's official website offers a full range of seasonal resources, including sheet music, backing tracks, and lyrics, helping schools, choirs, and congregations bring The Candle Song and other Christmas music to life.
Listen to "The Candle Song" by Graham Kendrick HERE.
The Candle Song remains a timeless reminder that even the smallest light can shine brightly-and that the birth of Christ continues to illuminate the world.
