Last Updated on April 12, 2022 by ellen
The First Silent Night on DVD takes you to the village of Oberndorf and the city of Salzburg where it all began.
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Silent Night is one of my very favorite Christmas carols. I never really gave a lot of thought to where the song came from. Like other hymns, I knew that it had some kind of religious history associated with it but never knew any more. I was sent a product for this feature, but the story is my own.
The First Silent Night on DVD
Join renowned actor Simon Callow as he uncovers the moving origins of Silent Night. Simon journeys to the Austrian village of Oberndorf as well as the city of Salzburg, where the story of the world’s favorite carol had its origins.
The program introduces us to two impoverished children–Joseph Mohr and Franz Gruber–who grew up in Austria’s cobbled streets and wooded villages. The hard years that shaped them would also destine them to meet one day in a poor country church to unite Gruber’s music and Mohr’s text into this classic carol about the birth of a third poor boy on a quiet night in ancient Palestine.
I’ve never been to Austria (or anywhere near there) so it was a real treat to get to see the beautiful countryside and buildings there. Everything was especially gorgeous covered with snow. I loved learning more about the history of The First Silent Night. I had never heard of Joseph Mohr or Franz Gruber or the sacrifices that were made behind the story of this song.
If you’re looking for a new Christmas movie to watch, I definitely suggest you watch The First Silent Night. We enjoyed learning the story behind the song and seeing the sights of Oberndorf and Salzburg.
“THE FIRST SILENT NIGHT: THE CHRISTMAS CAROL THAT UNITED THE WORLD” is available on DVD now. The run time of the DVD is approximately 60 minutes and its SRP is $24.99. The DVD has over 45 minutes of bonus footage.
Ellen is a mom of a 25-year-old son and 30-year-old daughter. She is Grandma to one adorable toddler. In what little spare time she has, she loves to read, watch movies, and check out the latest toys and games.
Silent Night is a beautiful song. I did know its origins but I’m sure this would be a wonderful way to explore it. Austria is such a beautiful country. I’d love to visit one day
It’s a really interesting movie, Patty. It gives you lots of beautiful scenic views.
Hi can you please tell me how I purchase this DVD
There is a link in the post above that should take you to PBS.org where you can buy the DVD. Thank you.