The present study attempts to identify the main theoretical backgrounds that underlie the most used methodological approaches in the assessment of the Creative and Cultural Industries (CCIs). To an extent, it explains the lack of a common statistical framework and shared tools compared with other industrial sectors. For many, the arts are perceived as marginal in terms of economic contribution and should therefore be confined to the realms of public intervention. Linus: That’s what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown.Measuring the role of the cultural and creative sectors and their socio-economic performance is a relatively recent trend. Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes lying in the manger.’ And suddenly, there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying, ‘glory to God in the highest, and on Earth peace, good will toward men.’” For unto you is born this day in the city of David a savior, which is Christ the Lord. And the angel said unto them, ‘fear not, for behold, I bring you tidings of great joy which will be to all people. And lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them, and they were sore afraid. Linus: “And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. Linus: Sure, I can tell you what Christmas is all about. Isn’t there anyone who understands what Christmas is all about? I guess I don’t really know what Christmas is about. I told him what I wanted months ago yet he’s still out there driving on those icy roadsĬharlie: I guess you were right Linus I shouldn’t have picked this little tree. If you see him in the aisles lend a hand he’s a desperate man without a plan Shouldn’t be running around on Christmas Eve in a panic Shoulda been thinking of this back in November I just want to find the perfect gift for youīut I’m walking round this busy mall like it’s a giant game of clueīoys I need your help, what can we get momma? What would she like? *insert kids ideas* Wanna see me stressed, well its turned up to 11 Yeah I’m wandering round superstore at 3am trying to remember if you like peanut m&ms Help! I need some gift ideas for my mother and my sister and my wife oh dear I’d like to dedicate this to my wife and the crib board table I never made herĪnd to my parents for that log cabin restaurant date we never went onĪnd to any substandard gift attributed to my general tardiness We don't have the time that we would wish for Let's stay up late trading heart-to-hearts So tell me of the days that lay before you I'd be there once a week, you can believe We'll meet up once again on Christmas Eve The good ones and the hard ones all the same We've got all the time that we could ask for Then raise it up, for Christmastime is here Maybe I could loosen up and brush the dust that's on my shoulders Traction control tries to grip to the snow butĭo I have to bear the risk from the carelessness of others? It's just a little snow with lots of fun to spare In a lull I do suppose the world is finally right With a penchant to enchant, invigorate, inspire. Hoping for Snow (Beauty’s Falling from the Sky)įloating up and down and all around the stairsĭo I have to face the truth and own the consequences? Union of elves, we formed a union so ring all our jingley bells What is it here that you’re trying to do?Īll the elves here have been feeling so blue Union of elves, commence all the voting by ringing our jingley bells More chocolate chips on cookies during breaks There are basic rights that we must have, a union is our one and only path Now that we have the whole committee here, we need to organize and make it clear Union of elves, assemble the elders by ringing the jingley bells Jack in the box, slinkeys and rubix cubesĭid you hear the light bright guy just died? I have to hem the dolls dresses just right I have to stuff the bears with all my might