Miracles: The Holiday Album cover

Miracles: The Holiday Album

Kenny G · 1994

43 min · 13 tracks · easy listening · adult contemporary music · smooth jazz

A lush blend of smooth jazz and holiday classics that evoke warmth and nostalgia throughout.

Why this album works

'Miracles' became a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top Contemporary Jazz Albums chart and earning multi-platinum certifications. Its blend of traditional holiday songs with Kenny G's signature saxophone style helped popularize smooth jazz as a staple of holiday music playlists.
Best for
warm nostalgic holiday vibes calm and soothing ambiance gentle background music
Context
In 1994, Kenny G was already a household name in the smooth jazz genre, following his commercial success with albums like 'Breathless' in 1992. 'Miracles: The Holiday Album' marked his foray into seasonal music, solidifying his presence as a go-to artist for easy listening during the holidays and expanding his discography into festive themes.
Stylistic neighbors
The Carpenters· Norah Jones· Spyro Gyra

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Winter Wonderland Standout 3:00
  • 2 White Christmas 2:59
  • 3 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 3:54
  • 4 The Christmas Song Standout 4:01
  • 5 Silent Night Standout 3:44
  • 6 Brahms Lullaby 3:13
  • 7 Greensleeves 3:26
  • 8 Miracles 2:30
  • 9 Away in a Manger 2:36
  • 10 The Chanukah Song 2:28
  • 11 Little Drummer Boy 4:02
  • 12 Silver Bells 3:57
  • 13 Spring Breeze 3:18

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