A Smooth Jazz Christmas cover

A Smooth Jazz Christmas

Dave Koz · 2001

60 min · 14 tracks · jazz

A smooth blend of jazz and holiday classics creates a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for festive gatherings.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for festive gatherings
  • warm atmosphere for holiday cheer
  • inviting background for celebrations
  • nostalgic melodies enhancing traditions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy party tracks
  • seek experimental listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'A Smooth Jazz Christmas' was Dave Koz's first holiday album, following his successful self-titled debut in 1990 and subsequent albums that established him as a leading smooth jazz artist. This project showcased his signature saxophone style while expanding his discography into seasonal music, appealing to both jazz enthusiasts and holiday listeners alike.
Stylistic neighbors
Kenny G· Boney James· Richard Elliot

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Smooth Jazz Christmas Overture: Let It Snow / Winter Wonderland / What Child Is This (Greensleeves) / Angels We Have Heard On High / Jingle Bells / Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 8:33
  • 2 The Christmas Song 4:56
  • 3 O’Tannenbaum / Sleigh Ride Medley 4:04
  • 4 Silent Night 4:34
  • 5 Beneath the Moonlit Sky 3:05
  • 6 Little Drummer Boy 4:28
  • 7 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 4:09
  • 8 December Makes Me Feel This Way 3:39
  • 9 Boogie Woogie Santa Claus 3:20
  • 10 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 3:50
  • 11 White Christmas 3:22
  • 12 Eight Candles (A Song for Hanukkah) 3:36
  • 13 Get Here (for the Holidays) 4:59
  • 14 ’Twas the Night Before Christmas 3:57

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