Several years ago, when
iTunes and
Amazon's music libraries started becoming extensive, I began a new holiday tradition - a compilation CD (or playlist). Every year shortly after Thanksgiving, I listen to
Pandora's holiday stations to get song ideas. Then I purchase enough music to fill a CD, label it, and we enjoy it throughout the season. I try to find a good mix of classic standards, relaxing instrumentals,
and contemporary releases. The songs are great to listen to in the car
or to have on as background music during Christmas baking or present
opening. Now I have seven years worth of CDs and a pretty large library of tunes. The CDs also make great stocking stuffers for friends and family. My sister even checks with me each year to find out if I'm still continuing the tradition. I thought if she and her family enjoy it so much, it might be fun to share my latest playlist with you (and include links so you can purchase the songs, too!).
2012 Christmas Playlist
- Happy Holiday/The Holiday Season - Andy Williams
- Joy To The World - Third Day
- Heaven Everywhere - Francesca Battistelli
- Christmas Comin' Round Again - Scotty McCreery
- Ding Dong Merrily On High/Chimes Reel (Medley) - Craig Duncan
- Let It Snow - Rhonda Vincent
- I'm Gettin' Nuttin' For Christmas - Shirley Temple
- Up On The Housetop - Gene Autry
- Angel's Dance - Cincinnati Pops Orchestra
- Where Are You Christmas - Faith Hill
- God With Us - Jeremy Camp
- Gabriel's Message - Sting
- Messiah Hallelujah Chorus - Alexander Vilumanis
- I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day - Frank Sinatra
- Mistletoe - Colbie Caillat
- Ar Hyd Y Nos (All Through The Night) - Joel Rosenberger
- I Wish You A Merry Christmas - Bing Crosby
- Fum, Fum, Fum - The Von Trapp Children
- Go Tell It On The Mountain - Big Daddy Weave
- Sing We Now Of Christmas - Pikes Peak Ringers
- O, Christmas Tree - Winter Solstice
- Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas - Sarah McLachlan
- What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? - Nancy Wilson
What fun Christmas traditions do you have that you enjoy every year? Please comment and share!
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