Description

Bing Crosby: White Christmas – An All-Star Holiday DVD & Bonus CD Experience

Product Information

Key Details

UPC: 8712177043675
Product Type: DVD (with Bonus CD)
Format: DVD (4:3 aspect ratio, Digital, Stereo, NTSC); Bonus CD included
Program Origin: A nostalgic holiday compilation originally aired in 1979, two years after Bing Crosby’s death
Hosts: Kathryn Crosby and Gene Kelly
Guest Appearances: Fred Astaire, David Bowie, Carol Burnett, Jackie Gleason, Michael Landon, Mary Martin, Melba Moore, Twiggy, and others

Overview

Bing Crosby’s cherished holiday specials, spanning thirteen seasons from the early 1960s to the mid-1970s, are revived in this unique DVD collection. Hosted by the legendary Gene Kelly and Kathryn Crosby, the program compiles the most moving, humorous, and festive clips and musical performances from Crosby’s beloved Christmas shows. Featuring a heartfelt duet with a young David Bowie on "Peace On Earth/Little Drummer Boy" and classic renditions of carols like "Hark, the Herald Angels Sing," "The First Noel," and "Silent Night," this set captures the enduring warmth and magic of the holiday season.

Product Features

Technical & Format Details

Visual: DVD presentation with a traditional 4:3 aspect ratio
Audio: Digital Stereo sound ensuring a rich listening experience
Additional Format: Bonus CD titled "Christmas with Bing Crosby" containing an array of timeless holiday performances

Star-Studded Performances

Hosts & Memorabilia: Nostalgic introductions by Kathryn Crosby and Gene Kelly
Guest Stars: High-caliber appearances by icons such as Fred Astaire, David Bowie, Carol Burnett, Jackie Gleason, and more
Content Variety: From classic carols to original holiday songs, featuring family sing-alongs and memorable production numbers

Historical & Cultural Significance

Originally aired during the holidays in 1979, this special provides a glimpse into the legacy of Bing Crosby’s Christmas shows.
It preserves a rich era of television history where iconic performances and innovative production lent a once-in-a-lifetime holiday vibe to American viewers.

Interesting Facts

A Legendary Holiday Revival

Nostalgic Journey: The DVD compiles clips across thirteen seasons, showcasing Bing Crosby’s evolution as a holiday entertainer.
Iconic Duets: Among the standout moments is the now-classic duet "Peace On Earth/Little Drummer Boy" featuring a young David Bowie, representing a powerful bridge between generations.
Family & Festivity: Special segments include heartwarming sequences of the Crosby children growing up on-screen, adding an authentic familial touch to the celebration.
Cultural Impact: This program not only revived timeless musical moments but also celebrated the spirit of Christmas with grand production numbers and a star-studded lineup that continues to be fondly remembered.

CD Track Listing – Christmas with Bing Crosby

Song Selections / Chapter Index

Christmas Carol Medley
- A Time To Be Jolly
- Winter Wonderland
- Do You Hear What I Hear?
- Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow
- Hark, The Herald Angels Sing
- Jingle Bells
- Jing, Jing, Jing Of The Jingle Bells
Style
Camaraderie
Christmas Medley (with Bing & Family):
- Silver Bells
- What Do You Want For Christmas?
- Talk To The Animals
- Do You Hear What I Hear?
- Listen To The Bells
- Jingle Bells
- Sleigh Ride
- The Christmas Song
- We Three Kings Of Orient Are
- We Need A Little Christmas
- (There's No Place Like) Home For The Holidays
- A Christmas Carol (Christmas Is Coming)
Children
Doin' The Bing
- Wait Till The Sun Shines Nellie (with Mary Martin)
Ho, Ho, Ho, Merry Christmas (with Melba Moore)
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas (with Twiggy and Carol Burnett)
- Cripple Creek (with Roy Clark)
A Pair Of Loafers (with Jackie Gleason)
Sleigh Ride/The Sleigh (with Fred Astaire, Connie Stevens, Michael Landon, John Byner, The Young Americans)
Peace On Earth/Little Drummer Boy (with David Bowie)
Medley of Holiday Classics:
- O Holy Night
- The First Noel
- O Come All Ye Faithful
- Silent Night, Holy Night
- Joy To The World
White Christmas
Jing, Jing, Jing Of The Jingle Bells / End Credits

Publishers

This exclusive release comes in association with The Legends of Entertainment, accompanied by production and packaging credits from industry professionals dedicated to preserving this timeless holiday program.

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