[[{“value”:” As the crisp air of fall settles in and the aroma of pumpkin spice latte fills the air, there’s a certain magic in the season that speaks to our senses. Autumn brings with it cozy sweaters, apple cider, and the warm glow of family gatherings. At the heart of it all is Thanksgiving—a day rooted in gratitude, reflection, and connection. And perhaps one of the most powerful ways we express these feelings is through music. Thanksgiving may not have a specific set of holiday songs, but music remains a powerful backdrop to this season. Whether it’s soft folk tunes echoing from the kitchen as a turkey roasts, soulful hymns sung at church services, or a family’s traditional playlist playing during dinner, music weaves itself into the fabric of fall traditions. Historically, since 1620, when the Pilgrims established and settled at Plymouth, Massachusetts, Thanksgiving has been a moment to pause and give thanks for the harvest and the year’s blessings through the good times and the difficult times. It’s a celebration of sharing your harvest with friends, family, and those who helped you through those times. This sense of appreciation and community is often reflected in music choices. Songs like “Simple Gifts,” a Shaker hymn celebrating the joy of simplicity, or “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come,” a classic harvest hymn, bring a sense of reverence and nostalgia. These songs, though centuries old, still resonate because they speak to the timeless values of gratitude, humility, and unity. Beyond hymns and folk songs,...
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