There are several classic Christmas songs that have entered the public domain, which means they are free to use without copyright restrictions. Some examples include:
- “Deck the Halls”
- “Jingle Bells”
- “Silent Night”
- “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”
- “O Christmas Tree” (O Tannenbaum)
- “Away in a Manger”
- “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”
Check out the list of sites related to public domain Christmas music
- Public Domain Christmas Songs | Copyright Corner (osu.edu)
- 300 Christmas Songs : Various Artists : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive
- Free Christmas sheet music | Download PDF or print on Musescore.com
- 13 Royalty-Free Christmas Music Downloads (makeuseof.com)
- Royalty Free Christmas Music – Free Music Public Domain
- Download Sheet Music | Piano, Choral & More | Sheet Music Direct
- Christmas Songs – Public Domain or Copyrighted? Free Guides to Help You Plan – Christian Copyright Solutions : Christian Copyright Solutions
- List Of Public Domain Holiday Songs and How To License The Ones That Aren’t – Hypebot
- A Complete List of Holiday Songs You Can Cover for Free (sonicbids.com)
- Royalty Free Christmas Music – Free Music Public Domain
Remember that while these songs are generally in the public domain, specific arrangements or recordings of them may still be under copyright. Always check the copyright status of a particular version or recording before using it in a commercial context or for other purposes. Additionally, copyright laws can vary by country, so it’s advisable to verify the status based on your location.