Have Yourself a Soulful Little Christmas cover

Released 60 years ago

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • warm holiday atmosphere
  • steady pacing for gatherings
  • soulful renditions of classics
  • easy background for celebrations
  • nostalgic moments with family

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer modern soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career 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
George Benson· Wes Montgomery· Jim Hall

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 3:27
  • 3 My Favorite Things 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 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

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