Christmas Music ... "THE" Christmas Song
MUSICAL HISTORY LESSON
Nat 'King' Cole - "The Christmas Song"
This is the very first recording of this classic
by Nat with just the trio. King Cole Trio recorded
in 1946 on June 14, 1946 in NYC.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdMSDg4tDCI
Later that same year it was recorded again
with the addition of a string section and a harpist.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-RXKcc0sZs
In 1953 came the first version to featurea full orchestra
with Ralph Carmichael conducting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GU1f8K3XH6c
Finally, in 1961 came the version most played nowadays
with the Nelson Riddle Orchestra.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ85RiQPg6A
Every one is perfect.
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Keep Christmas with you all through the year ...
With love from the Sheppard House.
Le, Mary Jane, Cee Cee, & Maggie