What a Night! A Christmas Album cover

What a Night! A Christmas Album

Harry Connick Jr. · 2008

70 min · 18 tracks · jazz

Swinging jazz-infused arrangements meld with classic holiday tunes, creating a festive yet sophisticated soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • festive gatherings with friends
  • swinging rhythms for holiday cheer
  • nostalgic moments by the fire
  • joyful sing-alongs with family
  • elegant backdrop for celebrations

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking intense emotional depth
  • prefer modern, edgy sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'What a Night! A Christmas Album' was released in 2008, Harry Connick Jr. was well-established as a versatile musician and actor. This album came after his successful ventures in both music and film, including his role in 'Will & Grace' and the release of his previous jazz albums, showcasing his ability to blend traditional holiday music with his signature jazzy style.
Stylistic neighbors
Jamie Cullum· Diana Krall· Norah Jones

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year 3:28
  • 2 What a Night! 3:24
  • 3 Christmas Day 3:24
  • 4 Have a Holly Jolly Christmas 4:05
  • 5 Please Come Home for Christmas 4:26
  • 6 O Come All Ye Faithful 4:15
  • 7 Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies 2:46
  • 8 Let There Be Peace on Earth 3:30
  • 9 Winter Wonderland 3:50
  • 10 It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas 3:30
  • 11 Santarrific 3:58
  • 12 Jingle Bells 5:28
  • 13 Zat You Santa Claus 3:40
  • 14 We Three Kings 4:45
  • 15 Song for the Hopeful 4:35
  • 16 Deck the Halls 3:00
  • 17 Christmas Time Is Here 5:07
  • 18 O Christmas Tree 3:22

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