Artwork by Bob Rosenberg
This year, in my effort to lean into the holidays, I've been listening to Christmas music since the day after Thanksgiving. Here is a tiny playlist with some of my very favorites.
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Judy Garland
With some Christmas songs it's the song I love, with others, the performance makes it a favorite. The original Judy Garland version of this song from the movie Meet Me in St. Louis is lovely and heartbreaking.
Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring - Josh Groban
With this one, it's the song itself, by Bach. (No offense to Mr. Groban, he's a peach.) There are many beautiful versions but this will do.
Ave Maria - Barbara Streisand
This song, by this singer is one of those perfect things, like a sunrise, or waves on the shore.
Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow - Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme
Every note of this reminds me of my childhood.
The Christmas Song - Nat King Cole
If warmth was a voice, it would be his, singing this.
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