This song is included as much for the song itself as it is for the pipe organ!
Tag Archives: Songs of Christmas
Songs of Christmas: Mary’s Boy Child
Here’s a throwback; I don’t think I can give it much more introduction than that! Gotta love the beats – it just makes me want to wiggle in my seat :)
Songs of Christmas: Away In a Manger
My mom used to sing this song to us when we were little. It was probably the first Christmas song I knew!
Songs of Christmas: Mannheim Steamroller
Here’s another two-for-one special: Still, Still, Still & Stille Nacht (Silent Night) by Mannheim Steam Roller. Enjoy!
Songs of Christmas: Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town
Never been a fan of this song, but who doesn’t enjoy a little Christmas something from The Boss?
Songs of the Day: O Holy Night & Sleigh Ride
This year, one of my students asked what my favorite Christmas songs were. When I really thought about it, I could only narrow it down to two:
1. O Holy Night: The lyrics of this song always challenge me to remember the significance of Christmas. December 25th isn’t just about a baby being born, but about God relinquishing the comfort of Heaven to spend a lifetime on Earth to be killed in order to save us from a lifetime apart from God. The word ‘holy’ means ‘set apart for a special purpose’, so Jesus’ birth is definitely a special night!
2. Sleigh Ride: This song has so many special memories for me. Every year, the Coast Guard Band would have their Christmas Concert and invite my dance teacher to choreograph something for a selection of their music. My favorite moment of every concert was when they would play Sleigh Ride; I would sneak into the wings, close my eyes, and know that Christmas was here!
Enjoy this 1979 version of the United States Coast Guard Band playing Leroy Anderson’s classic piece:
Songs of Christmas: Breath of Heaven
I don’t voluntarily listen to this song very often; it always brings me to the brink of all out bawling. It’s probably one of the few modern Christmas songs that gets it right.
This version is combined with scenes from The Nativity Story to encourage the listener to contemplate what Jesus’ birth really means.
Songs of Christmas: Christmas Don’t Be Late
I LOVE Alvin & the Chipmunks. I used to have their whole Christmas album and then I upgraded to a cassette tape. When we’ve got kids you bet I’ll find the cd!
Songs of Christmas: I’ll Be Home for Christmas
This song was perfect for yesterday! Keith and I went up to Springfield College to surprise my sister as her ride home for Christmas break. We are just so blessed to be able to spend Christmas with our family!
Songs of Christmas: Shake Up Christmas
I know I’ve got this song in my iTunes, but I can honestly say I have never listened to the entire song, haha!
