The Perry Como Christmas Album
Perry Como · 1968
37 min · 11 tracks · pop music
Warm orchestral arrangements blend with Como's soothing vocals, creating a nostalgic embrace of holiday spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Christmas Eve Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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O Holy Night — This track showcases Como's rich baritone against a lush orchestral backdrop, elevating the emotional weight of the classic carol. His heartfelt delivery makes it one of the standout moments on the album.
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Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas — Como's interpretation brings a gentle nostalgia to this beloved standard, emphasizing its themes of togetherness and hope during the holidays. The arrangement complements his warm vocal tone beautifully.
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The Little Drummer Boy — This rendition features a poignant arrangement that highlights Como's storytelling abilities, capturing the song's essence with sincerity. It resonates deeply with listeners seeking comfort during the season.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's warm arrangements and classic melodies create a nostalgic holiday experience that endures over time.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that support Como's vocals, with strings and brass prominently used throughout.
- Most tracks are structured around traditional Christmas melodies, often incorporating choral backing to enhance the festive atmosphere.
- Several tracks transition seamlessly into one another, particularly in the medley, which helps maintain a cohesive holiday mood.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm nostalgic holiday atmosphere
- steady pacing for cozy evenings
- sing-along classics with friends
- soothing sounds for festive gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat contemporary tracks
- seek experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — First full-length Christmas album by Como, establishing his seasonal music presence.
- Themes
- holiday nostalgia· Christmas warmth· sacred carols
- Career context
- By 1968, Perry Como was already an established pop icon, known for his smooth vocal style and relaxed performances. This album marked a significant moment as it was his first full-length Christmas album, following a series of successful records throughout the 1960s that solidified his mainstream appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Sinatra· Dean Martin· Nat King Cole
Tracklist
- 1 Christmas Eve Start here 2:49
- 2 Do You Hear What I Hear 3:18
- 3 Christ Is Born 2:54
- 4 The Little Drummer Boy 3:40
- 5 There Is No Christmas Like a Home Christmas 2:55
- 6 O Holy Night 3:47
- 7 Carol Medley: Caroling, Caroling / The First Noel / Hark! The Herald Angels Sing / Silent Night 4:57
- 8 Silver Bells 2:30
- 9 Toyland 3:15
- 10 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 2:51
- 11 Ave Maria 4:46
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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