The sheet music for “Los peces en el río” is a lead sheet with the melody, chords and lyrics.
Los peces en el río
“Los Peces en el Río” is a traditional Spanish Christmas carol that has become popular in many Spanish-speaking countries. The title can be translated to “The Fish in the River” in English. The song is often associated with the Christmas season and is sung during the holiday festivities.
Lead Sheet in E minor
This lead sheet is in E minor and contains the melody in standard notation, the chords with chord diagrams and the lyrics in Spanish.
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Lead Sheet in A minor
This lead sheet is in A minor and contains the melody in standard notation, the chords with chord diagrams and the lyrics in Spanish.
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History of Peces en el río
The song “Los Peces en el Río” has its roots in traditional Spanish music and has become a popular Christmas song in Spanish-speaking countries. The history of the song is not clearly documented, but it is believed to have evolved over time and has been passed down from generation to generation.
The song has various versions and adaptations, and its origin goes back to folk tradition. The lyrics of the song talk about the events surrounding the birth of Jesus, focusing on the Virgin Mary and the animals present in the manger. The reference to the fish in the river is poetic and symbolic, creating a festive and tranquil atmosphere.
Over the years, the song has been performed by various artists and groups, and its popularity has endured in Christmas celebrations. Although there isn’t a single story behind the song, its charm and its connection to Christmas have made it a beloved element in the Christmas music culture in Spanish-speaking regions.
Historia de Peces en el río
La canción “Los Peces en el Río” tiene sus raíces en la música tradicional española y se ha convertido en una canción popular de la época navideña en países de habla hispana. La historia de la canción no está claramente documentada, pero se cree que ha evolucionado a lo largo del tiempo y ha sido transmitida de generación en generación.
La canción cuenta con varias versiones y adaptaciones, y su origen se remonta a la tradición popular. La letra de la canción habla de los eventos que rodean el nacimiento de Jesús, centrándose en la Virgen María y los animales presentes en el pesebre. La referencia a los peces en el río es poética y simbólica, creando una atmósfera festiva y tranquila.
A lo largo de los años, la canción ha sido interpretada por diversos artistas y grupos, y su popularidad ha perdurado en las celebraciones navideñas. Aunque no existe una única historia detrás de la canción, su encanto y su conexión con la Navidad la han convertido en un elemento querido en la cultura musical navideña de habla hispana.