Merry Christmas Darling - Carpenters

> _**Greeting cards have all been sent...**_

Merry Christmas Darling is a lovely holiday classic by the **Carpenters**, enchanting listeners since its release in 1970. The song features **Richard Carpenter**s beautiful melody paired with lyrics by **Frank Pooler**.

Pooler wrote these poignant lyrics at just 18 years old, two decades before sharing them with Richard and **Karen Carpenter** in 1966, while he was their choral director at California State University, Long Beach.

This unique blend of youthful emotion and musical talent has made Merry Christmas Darling a cherished favorite during the holiday season.

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**Transpose by -5**
**Tempo: 82 BPM**

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