Over the years, my musical tastes have varied somewhat but not so much as to draw me away from the vintage recordings I heard during my early years. I still enjoy those old Xmas tunes and I have collected a sizable amount of seasonal cds to help me remember my first family Christmas celebrations.
And of course, like everyone else I suppose, I have my special favorites among them.
This is the first Christmas album I remember I listened to while fixing the tree's decorations.
I wonder what ever happened to "The Caroleers".
No Christmas is complete without the sound of the Ray Conniff singers or Alvin and the Chipmunks.
The smooth crooning sounds of Dino and Andy Williams also help to make the season bright.
Another indispensable classic: Nat King Cole's Christmas Song!
The Boston Pops arrangements of Christmas classics were big favorites in my household.
Orchestral versions of traditional holiday music are essential to get you in the Christmas mood.
Shopping malls know this all too well!