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Putumayo Presents: New Orleans Christmas

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4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

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Putumayo World Music was established in 1993 to introduce people to the music of the world's cultures. The label grew out of Putumayo clothing company, founded by Dan Storper in 1975 and sold in 1997. Co-founder Michael Kraus joined Dan to launch Putumayo World Music and establish a non-traditional sales division. Putumayo World Music has become known primarily for its upbeat and melodic ... Read more in Amazon's Putumayo Presents Store

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  • Audio CD (October 9, 2007)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Putumayo World Music
  • ASIN: B000I2IS72
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #85,589 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

1. Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town - Big Al Carson
2. Christmas In New Orleans - James Andrews
3. 'Zat You, Santa Claus? - Ingrid Lucia
4. Silver Bells - Heritage Hall Jazz Band
5. I'll Be Home For Christmas - Banu Gibson & The New Orleans Hot Jazz
6. Please Come Home For Christmas - Papa Don Vappie's New Orleans Jazz Band
7. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - Ellis Marsalis
8. White Christmas - John Boutte
9. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Topsy Chapman
10. Santa's Second Line - New Birth Brass Band
11. Holiday Time In New Orleans - Dukes Of Dixieland

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The year's most spirited and lively new CD. -- New York Daily News, November 26, 2006

"The incomparable New Orleans swagger runs through all the songs..." -- New York Times, December 1, 2006

Product Description

Deck the halls with boughs of blues, jazz and soul from the Big Easy! Soak up these soulful performances of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Ellis Marsalis; Santa's Second Line New Birth Brass Band; Christmas in New Orleans James Andrews; Silver Bells Heritage Hall Jazz Band; 'Zat You, Santa Claus? Ingrid Lucia, and more.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
It had us tapping our toes and smiling!! Wendi Vincent  |  4 reviewers made a similar statement
These are unique arrangements. Fred Camfield  |  3 reviewers made a similar statement
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The Ultimate New Orleans Christmas CD November 29, 2006
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My yearly tradition is to buy one new Christmas CD each year. This year, New Orleans Christmas was my choice. Just received today, I've already played it a half dozen times. If you love the Crescent City, Dixieland jazz, the spirit of Mardi Gras then this is the CD for you. Your toes will be tapping and you will want to be second lining. There are some of the old standards done New Orleans style and some tunes I have never heard before. My favorites are the last two tracks but they are all good. It's rare to find a CD where every song is a winner, this CD is one of those rarities.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Music for every holiday party November 27, 2006
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This CD is perfect for any Christmas party. The music is upbeat and will put a smile on the face of the most jaded Scrooge in the group.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Mood music for the holidays with a southern flavor December 11, 2006
By Melanie
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You don't have to be from the South to appreciate the regional flavor of elegant New Orleans. Putumayo's collections are wonderful mood and background music. New Orleans Christmas, with its smooth, big band sounds is ideal for this season's Christmas parties, especially if the hosts happen to be serving gumbo or jambalaya.

New Orleans Christmas includes 11 classic Christmas songs that have been spiced up by the best from the Crescent City. Most of the tracks are in the older New Orleans music style with "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" and "White Christmas" bringing a modern feel to the swingy collection. New Orleans Christmas also includes traditional New Orleans songs that have been warmed with a holiday vibe, such as "Santa's Second Line" where tambourines and trumpets blend Christmas flavor into a New Orleans marching song.

Throughout New Orleans Christmas the equilibrium between holiday music and regional sounds is harmonious and seamless. James Andrews' trumpet version of "Christmas in New Orleans" is reminiscent of Louis Armstrong, and pianist Ellis Marsalis and his son, drummer Jason Marsalis, contribute a bebop departure from early sounds in "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen." The whole collection delivers variety, one of New Orleans' finest artistic hallmarks, with sounds that switch effortlessly between R&B, country, swing, blues, and jazz influences.

There are many reasons why listeners will enjoy this collection of traditional Christmas songs, but one of the most rewarding may not be a matter of music. A portion of the proceeds from New Orleans Christmas will be donated to the New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity's Musicians Village Project, a construction of 81 homes for New Orleans musicians who were affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Not only is this a timely act of charity, but it also enables listeners to support the future production of New Orleans jazz. After all, it is the season for giving, and there is so much reason to give! -Elizabeth Whitmore
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this album
I play this constantly at Christmas and sometimes throughout the year. I have bought multiple copies as gifts too. Read more
Published 4 months ago by kat
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun Christmas Music
When you're tired of the same old Christmas music break this out and start a party. Makes a great gift.
Published 5 months ago by Diane Castro
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding.
The whole disc is a fresh alternative to the usual-suspect Christmas Muzak, but Topsy Chapman's "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" is alone worth the price of the disc.
Published 5 months ago by B. Michel Phillips
5.0 out of 5 stars New fave
I picked this disc up and it has quickly become one of my favorites. Swinging, unique arrangements of classics and a few new tunes. Great CD.
Published 18 months ago by Malinda
4.0 out of 5 stars A Nice Little Christmas CD
I ordered this cd on a whim along with Crescent City Christmas Card by Winton Marsalis. I thought the Winton Marsalis was going to be the stuff. Wrong. Read more
Published on January 24, 2011 by Nom de Tome
5.0 out of 5 stars A nice change
this is a great cd. if you're like me and absolutely over traditional christmas carols then give this a try. really pleasant easy jazz with just the right amount of christmas.
Published on January 17, 2011 by chris
3.0 out of 5 stars Good CD for a Gift
This CD was purchased for a gift. My nephew liked it because he went to college in New Orleans.
Published on December 6, 2009 by R. Snyder
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
This was a gift from a friend of mine who knows I like both New Orleans and Christmas. What a great CD! There is great energy and joy on this disc. Read more
Published on November 25, 2009 by DonMac
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
I was very happy to receive this CD. It has been a long time since I've gotten a new Christmas CD that was different and unusual. I love it!!
Published on January 20, 2009 by J. Greenwood
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice Christmas Selection
A nice compilation, though we like the Jazz and Blues Christmas better. Still a great series.
Published on January 12, 2009 by Loaf
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