The Andy Williams Christmas Album
Andy Williams · 1963
33 min · 12 tracks · country · jazz · easy listening
Warm orchestral arrangements blend with Andy Williams’ smooth vocals to create a timeless holiday atmosphere.
Why this album works
The Andy Williams Christmas Album became a seasonal classic, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart and remaining a beloved staple during the holiday season. Its influence extended beyond commercial success, as it helped shape the sound of Christmas music in America and has been reissued numerous times over the decades.
- Career context
- By the time of its release in 1963, Andy Williams had already established himself as a prominent pop vocalist. This album followed his successful run of hit singles in the late 1950s and early 1960s, marking his first dedicated Christmas album and solidifying his status as a holiday music staple.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Cher· Aretha Franklin· Frank Zappa· Donna Summer· Bobby Darin· Bette Midler· John Denver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 White Christmas Standout 2:32
- 2 Medley: Happy Holiday / The Holiday Season 2:40
- 3 The Christmas Song Standout 2:35
- 4 It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Standout 2:34
- 5 A Song and a Christmas Tree 3:58
- 6 Kay Thompson's Jingle Bells 2:06
- 7 The First Noel 3:10
- 8 O Holy Night 3:24
- 9 Away in a Manger 2:54
- 10 Sweet Little Jesus Boy 3:19
- 11 The Little Drummer Boy 2:17
- 12 Silent Night, Holy Night 2:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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