This is a simplification, as is common when trying to chord after Anderson who seems to
rules whether they need it or not. Even so, following along with the recording is more
than it appears here due to time changes, including dropping a beat here and there to
parts of this something like 4:7 time. Thus the chords are novice, but the playing is
level. But just let it flow, and you'll catch on. When you do it's a darn fun strum, and
great way to show off at holiday visitors.
DGD
Now is the solstice of the year,
DGD
winter is the glad song that you hear.
GEmA
Seven maids move in seven time.
GEmAD
Have the lads up ready in a line.
DD(sus4) D
Ring out these bells.
DD(sus4) G
Ring out, ring solstice bells.
GEmG
Ring solstice bells.
DGD
Join together beneath the mistletoe.
DGD
by the holy oak whereon it grows.
GEmA
Seven druids dance in seven time.
GEmAD
Sing the song the bells call, loudly chiming.
same as above:
Ring out these bells.
Ring out, ring solstice bells.
Ring solstice bells.
DCEmGAm
Ring out,Ring out, ring solstice bells.
DCAm
up to) C
Ring out,Ring out, ring solstice bells.
same as above:
Praise be to the distant sister sun,
joyful as the silver planets run.
Seven maids move in seven time.
Sing the song the bells call, loudly chiming.
Ring out those bells.
Ring out, ring solstice bells.
Ring solstice bells.
Ring on, ring out.
Ring on, ring out.