A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas
Kristin Chenoweth · 2008
43 min · 12 tracks · folk · jazz · opera
A cozy blend of classic holiday standards with Chenoweth's soaring vocals and heartfelt interpretations.
A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas is an album by Kristin Chenoweth, released in 2008. A cozy blend of classic holiday standards with Chenoweth's soaring vocals and heartfelt interpretations. 'A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas' received positive critical acclaim, particularly for its vocal performances and arrangements, positioning it as a staple in holiday music playlists. It helped solidify Chenoweth's crossover appeal from theater into mainstream pop culture, further establishing her as a versatile artist. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas sound like?
A cozy blend of classic holiday standards with Chenoweth's soaring vocals and heartfelt interpretations. Rooted in folk and jazz.
What makes A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas by Kristin Chenoweth notable?
'A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas' received positive critical acclaim, particularly for its vocal performances and arrangements, positioning it as a staple in holiday music playlists. It helped solidify Chenoweth's crossover appeal from theater into mainstream pop culture, further establishing her as a versatile artist. In 2008, Kristin Chenoweth released 'A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas' as her first full-length holiday album. This came after her successful run on Broadway and a few years following the Emmy Award-winning stint on 'Pushing Daisies,' showcasing her wide-ranging vocal talents in a festive context.
How many songs are on A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas?
A Lovely Way to Spend Christmas has 12 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 I'll Be Home for Christmas Standout 3:28
- 2 Christmas Island 3:11
- 3 The Christmas Waltz 2:58
- 4 Do You Hear What I Hear Standout 4:07
- 5 Sleigh Ride/Marshmallow World (feat. John Pizzarelli) Standout 3:38
- 6 Sing 2:59
- 7 Silver Bells 4:11
- 8 Come on Ring Those Bells 3:09
- 9 What Child Is This? 4:11
- 10 Home on Christmas Day 3:58
- 11 Born on Christmas Day 4:12
- 12 Sleep Well Little Children/What a Wonderful World 3:20
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