A Charlie Brown Christmas
Vince Guaraldi · 1965
55 min · 16 tracks · bossa nova · Latin jazz · soundtrack
A jazzy, whimsical soundtrack that perfectly encapsulates the nostalgic spirit of Christmas through charming melodies and gentle rhythms.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- nostalgic holiday atmosphere gentle background ambiance warm, cozy listening experience
- Context
- When Vince Guaraldi released 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' in December 1965, he was already an established jazz pianist but found new recognition in the realm of television soundtracks. This album marked a significant shift in his career, as it became one of the first animated specials to feature a jazz score prominently, establishing Guaraldi as a key figure in holiday music.
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- bossa nova, Latin jazz, soundtrack
A Charlie Brown Christmas is an album by Vince Guaraldi, released in 1965. A jazzy, whimsical soundtrack that perfectly encapsulates the nostalgic spirit of Christmas through charming melodies and gentle rhythms. 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' has become a cultural staple, routinely airing every holiday season since its debut. Its unique blend of jazz and traditional Christmas music not only topped the Billboard Jazz Albums chart but also received critical acclaim, including an Emmy Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Children's Programming. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Charlie Brown Christmas sound like?
A jazzy, whimsical soundtrack that perfectly encapsulates the nostalgic spirit of Christmas through charming melodies and gentle rhythms. Rooted in bossa nova and Latin jazz.
What makes A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi notable?
'A Charlie Brown Christmas' has become a cultural staple, routinely airing every holiday season since its debut. Its unique blend of jazz and traditional Christmas music not only topped the Billboard Jazz Albums chart but also received critical acclaim, including an Emmy Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Children's Programming. When Vince Guaraldi released 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' in December 1965, he was already an established jazz pianist but found new recognition in the realm of television soundtracks. This album marked a significant shift in his career, as it became one of the first animated specials to feature a jazz score prominently, establishing Guaraldi as a key figure in holiday music.
Who is A Charlie Brown Christmas for?
A Charlie Brown Christmas works well if you're into nostalgic holiday atmosphere, gentle background ambiance and warm, cozy listening experience.
How many songs are on A Charlie Brown Christmas?
A Charlie Brown Christmas has 16 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 O Tannenbaum Standout 5:11
- 2 What Child Is This 2:23
- 3 My Little Drum 3:13
- 4 Linus and Lucy Standout 3:08
- 5 Christmas Time Is Here (instrumental) 6:08
- 6 Christmas Time Is Here (vocal) Standout 2:47
- 7 Skating 2:41
- 8 Hark, the Herald Angels Sing 1:54
- 9 Christmas Is Coming 3:26
- 10 Für Elise 1:04
- 11 The Christmas Song 3:18
- 12 Greensleeves 5:29
- 13 Christmas Is Coming (alternate take 1) 4:34
- 14 The Christmas Song (alternate take 3) 3:53
- 15 Greensleeves (alternate take 6) 5:03
- 16 Christmas Time Is Here (alternate vocal take) 1:26
Release Date
December 1, 1965
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
55 min 38 sec
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