by Merry Stahel
This Nativity was bought in Mexico by my daughter during her travels through the country. Since camels are not native to Mexico, the creator used a different animal that is well-known throughout the region – Llamas. And the shepherds are girls, because that was more traditional in Mexico past times.
The song:
The Candlelight Carol written by John Rutter and sung by Exultate Chamber Choir & Orchestra, Thomas Rossin, conductor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2C4aHEh0j1U
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