Wishes: A Holiday Album
Kenny G · 2002
38 min · 10 tracks · easy listening · adult contemporary music · smooth jazz
Smooth jazz arrangements breathe new life into classic holiday melodies, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Why this album works
This album became a staple during the holiday season, reaching high positions on various charts, including the Billboard Holiday Albums chart. Its blend of familiar Christmas classics with Kenny G's smooth saxophone stylings contributed to its widespread appeal, making it a popular choice for seasonal playlists.
- Best for
- warm festive background ambiance smooth melodies for holiday gatherings gentle pacing for cozy moments
- Context
- By 2002, Kenny G was already a well-established artist, having achieved significant commercial success with previous albums like 'Breathless' (1992). 'Wishes: A Holiday Album' marked his first venture into the holiday genre and sought to capture the festive spirit with his signature smooth jazz style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Carpenters· Norah Jones· Spyro Gyra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Deck the Halls / The Twelve Days of Christmas Standout 3:01
- 2 Hark! the Herald Angels Sing / O Come All Ye Faithful 4:37
- 3 Joy to the World Standout 2:29
- 4 God Rest Ye, Merry Gentlemen 4:34
- 5 Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer / Frosty the Snowman 5:21
- 6 Wishes 3:59
- 7 Do You Hear What I Hear? Standout 3:08
- 8 Cantique De Noel (O Holy Night) 4:27
- 9 Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring 2:07
- 10 Auld Lang Syne (Freedom mix) 4:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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