The Perry Como Christmas Album cover

The Perry Como Christmas Album

Perry Como · 1968

37 min · 11 tracks · pop music

Warm and nostalgic arrangements blend traditional Christmas carols with Perry Como's soothing baritone voice.

Why this album works

Career context
By 1968, Perry Como was a well-established figure in popular music, having enjoyed a successful career since the 1940s. This album came during a period when Como's smooth vocal style was closely associated with holiday music, following his earlier Christmas specials and recordings that solidified his status as an iconic holiday artist.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Christmas Eve 2:49
  • 2 Do You Hear What I Hear Standout 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 Standout 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 Standout 2:51
  • 11 Ave Maria 4:46

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