The First Noel

The First Noel is a track by Indian violinist L. Shankar featured on the compilation album Christmas from India. Released on October 15, 2021, the album presents traditional Christmas carols reinterpreted through Indian classical and fusion styles. Cleopatra Records distributed the project in digital media formats.

Shankar performs The First Noel as the third track on the album. The composition retains the melodic structure of the 18th-century English carol while incorporating elements of Carnatic violin technique. The recording spans 3 minutes and 49 seconds. Specific instrumentation, accompanying artists, and production details remain undocumented in available sources.

Christmas from India compiles contributions from multiple artists, though the full tracklist and participating musicians are not comprehensively listed in public records. The album aligns with Cleopatra Records’ pattern of releasing themed compilations that blend Western seasonal music with global traditions. No physical media release or alternate versions of Shankar’s recording are confirmed.