Jazzy Christmas - Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, June Christy, Peggy Lee, Ramsey Lewis Trio, Carmen McRae, Duke Ellington, Pony Poindexter, Till Bronner, Stan Kenton, Johnny Mathis, Andrews Sisters, Klaus Weiss & NDR Big Band / The Intense Media 10x Audio CD / 600346

UPC 4053796003461

• Format: 10x Audio CD
• Label: The Intense Media
• UPC: 4053796003461
• Country: Europe
• Release Date: Not specified
• Genre: Jazz, Pop
• Style: Swing, Smooth Jazz, Latin Jazz, Holiday

Overview:

"Jazzy Christmas" is a delightful 10-CD set that brings together some of the most influential jazz and pop artists of all time, creating a festive atmosphere filled with smooth melodies and vibrant rhythms. The compilation spans a variety of jazz styles, from swing to smooth jazz, and adds a holiday flair to each track. This extensive collection includes performances by legendary artists like Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, Peggy Lee, Ramsey Lewis Trio, and more. Whether you're a jazz aficionado or someone who enjoys the warmth of holiday classics, this collection is sure to light up your holiday season with unforgettable music.

Interesting Facts:

• Ella Fitzgerald opens the collection with her iconic holiday album "Wishes You A Swinging Christmas," one of the most cherished jazz Christmas albums.
• Miles Davis contributes a unique track, "Blue Xmas (To Whom It May Concern)," a satirical take on the commercialization of Christmas, accompanied by Bob Dorough’s vocals.
• Louis Armstrong's "Christmas In New Orleans" brings a delightful touch of southern charm and jazz flair to the holiday classics.
• The Ramsey Lewis Trio's "Sound of Christmas" brings a soulful piano-driven twist to the festive mood.
• Johnny Mathis’ "Merry Christmas" remains one of the best-selling Christmas albums of all time, blending classic ballads with his velvet voice.

Track Listing Highlights:

• CD 1: Ella Fitzgerald – Wishes You A Swinging Christmas & Dean Martin – A Winter Romance
  Featuring classics like "Jingle Bells" and "Let It Snow!"

• CD 2: Charles Brown – Sings Christmas Songs & Louis Armstrong – Christmas in New Orleans
  Including "Please Come Home for Christmas" and "Cool Yule."

• CD 5: Peggy Lee – Christmas Carousel
  Enjoy "I Like A Sleighride (Jingle Bells)" and "The Christmas Waltz."

• CD 6: Ramsey Lewis Trio – Sound of Christmas & Jingle Bell Jazz (Various Artists)
  Jazz renditions of "Sleigh Ride," "The Christmas Song," and more.

• CD 10: Klaus Weiss & NDR Big Band – A Message From Santa Klaus
  A grand finale with big band arrangements of holiday favorites like "Joy to the World" and "Silent Night."

Key Credits:

• Arranged by: Billy May, Stan Kenton, Frank DeVol, Rob Pronk
• Vocals by: Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Peggy Lee, Johnny Mathis, Dean Martin
• Orchestras: NDR Big Band, Stan Kenton Orchestra
• Contributors: Miles Davis (trumpet), Carmen McRae (vocals), Duke Ellington Orchestra (instrumentals), Ramsey Lewis Trio (instrumentals)