Have Yourself a Soulful Little Christmas
Kenny Burrell · 1966
37 min · 12 tracks · blues · jazz · soul
Rich jazz guitar melodies weave through soulful renditions of classic Christmas tunes, creating a warm holiday atmosphere.
Why this album works
This album is notable for blending jazz and soul elements into holiday music, influencing how seasonal songs were approached in the genre. It has been praised for its unique arrangements and remains a staple in jazz-inflected Christmas playlists, celebrated for its artistic integrity and cultural significance.
- Best for
- warm holiday atmosphere steady pacing for gatherings soulful renditions of classics
- Context
- Released in 1966, 'Have Yourself a Soulful Little Christmas' came during Kenny Burrell's prolific period as a respected jazz guitarist, following his successful albums like 'Midnight Blue' (1963). This album showcased his ability to reinterpret traditional songs with a jazz and blues flair, solidifying his reputation as an innovative artist in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Gap Band· Koko Taylor· Ike & Tina Turner
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Little Drummer Boy 3:37
- 2 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Standout 3:27
- 3 My Favorite Things Standout 3:34
- 4 Away in a Manger 3:06
- 5 Mary's Little Boy Chile 2:34
- 6 White Christmas 3:10
- 7 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 3:51
- 8 The Christmas Song Standout 3:05
- 9 Go Where I Send Thee 3:08
- 10 Silent Night 2:41
- 11 Twelve Days of Christmas 2:17
- 12 Merry Christmas Baby 3:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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