Twas the Monday before Christmas and all through the house; Gorgeous music was playing and that's always a plus!
Yeah...I know. I'm no poet. But I do love music and it's always been my favorite part of Christmas. Not only did we have it flowing through my grandparents' house, I was also in the church choir so I got to sing too! Each of our posts this week will have a Holiday-based theme to them (of course!) and since MUSIC MANTRA is all about music, the people to give that gift to us and what it all means to us, I thought today I'd share my top ten Christmas songs list. Click on the names of each song to be taken to the YouTube video of each song.
I'd love to hear your favs too so be sure to share yours in the comments section.
May you have a beautiful Christmas with the joys of music mixed in.
(10) Charlie Brown Christmas Theme: I have watched this special every year for as long as I can remember. How can you not think of Christmas the moment you hear the children singing in this classic cartoon? Can't you see them skating on the pond? Charlie Brown searching for the meaning of Christmas?
(9) The Grinch's Theme Song: Christmas isn't Christmas without seeing The Grinch Who Stole Christmas on t.v. And with the power of the Internet, I can finally watch this awesome song.
(8) Carol of the Bells (The Muppets): I used to sing this song with our church choir. THIS, however, is the most hilarious version of the song I've ever heard. The Muppets can sing anything and make it a classic, I swear.
(7) Must Have Been Old Santa Claus (Harry Connick Jr.): This song was written by Harry and is on his Christmas album When My Heart Finds Christmas. I love this song because it's happy, it talks about Christmas from a kid's perspective and it's just a whole lotta fun.
(6) Oh Holy Night (Josh Groban): I have to be honest, I much prefer men (tenors) singing this song to women. I'm not sure why. I just feel that their voices are much better suited. Most women I've heard sing this song have turned it into their chance to show their vocal ranges and adding runs that it just doesn't need. This is a simple song with a simple message and Josh Groban does one of the best jobs at representing the meaning behind it.
(5) Walking in A Winter Wonderland (Dean Martin): I had to throw Dean Martin into the mix. Most of us think of Frank Sinatra or Bing Crosby for these classic Christmas songs. Dean does a great job too and this is an awesome one.
(4) Jingle Bells (Michael Buble w/Puppini Sisters): Yeah, yeah...of COURSE I'd have to include a Michael Buble song (or two) in my list. We got his new Christmas album this year and this is the all-around favorite in our house. This version reminds me so much of Bing Crosby with the Andrew Sisters (and I think that's what Mr. Buble was going for). If you get a chance to see these ladies sing their own stuff, grab the opportunity. They ROCK!
(3) Silver Bells (Michael Buble w/Naturally 7): Yup. Another Buble song. You all know how much I adore him but I chose this song because I L-O-V-E the group singing with him: Naturally 7. If you went to see Mr. Buble during his 'Crazy Love' tour, you'll be familiar with these awesome guys. They are in one word, OUTSTANDING. They give this song a little extra sparkle and Christmas-y-ness.
(2) Ave Maria (Andrea Bocelli): I cannot make it through this song without crying. Heck! I can't even get past the first few bars of Andrea singing this! LOVE this man, his angelic voice and his pure talent. In this video, I believe that's David Foster at the piano. SUCH an incredible song.
(1) White Christmas (Bing Crosby): I don't even think I even have to tell you why this song is #1. Who doesn't know this song or love Bing's smooth, silky voice crooning it out. It reminds me of my Grandpa and this song...and this version of it...will always be my favorite song. The version I shared is from the movie White Christmas.
And that's my little list of favs and why. Go ahead and share yours! Happy Holidays, happy signing and many blessings to you and yours. xo
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