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The Christmas song [Original recording remastered]

Nat King Cole | Format: Audio CD
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews) |

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  • Audio CD (August 24, 1999)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Original recording remastered
  • Label: Capitol
  • ASIN: B00000JPM5
  • Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #34,777 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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1. The Christmas Song (1961)
2. Deck The Halls
3. Adeste Fideles
4. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
5. O Tannenbaum
6. O, Little Town of Bethlehem
7. I Saw Three Ships
8. O Holy Night
9. Hark, The Herald Angels Sing
10. A Cradle in Bethlehem
11. Away In a Manger
12. Joy to the World
13. The First Noel
14. Caroling, Caroling
15. O, Come All Ye Faithful
16. Silent Night
17. Nat's Introduction
18. The Christmas Song-Natalie and Nat Duet
19. Nat's Christmas Wishes
20. Bonus Track - Nat King Cole

Editorial Reviews

19 tracks for the holidays. Slight scuff onn disc will not affect play. 24-bit mastered.

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51 of 54 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Ah yes, "chestnuts roasting on an open fire"...... what a feeling of Holiday spirit invoked by just that line alone! Aside from the classic title track, Mr. Cole's versions of some of the most well-loved Christmas tunes are all superb. O Come All Ye Faithful, The First Noel, O Holy Night, Joy To The World, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, Deck The Hall, Silent Night,.........the list goes on. If you don't already have this recording, get it; this is an absolute MUST HAVE!
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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
It just can't be Christmas until you've heard Nat King Cole sing "The Christmas Song". I can't begin to tell you how many times I have heard the songs contained on this CD, but I can tell you they never get old. There is just something about them, and the way Nat sings them that keep them new. Nat King Cole was one of the greatest vocal talents we have ever known, and the fact that he saw fit to lay down these wonderful holiday standards for us to enjoy year after year, is indeed a treat. Sure these songs and carols have been around forever, but isn't that what Christmas is about; tradition, and familiarity? I you haven't got this CD yet, what are you waiting for? Pick it up today, I promise you won't be disappointed.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Sounds of the Season November 7, 2002
Format:Audio CD
How can you not love Nat King Cole's classic Christmas release? From the first note to the last, it just drips with memories of Christmases past. Of course, it does help that I grew up listening to it.

It opens with the title song, which was introduced to the world by Nat. While I enjoy other renditions, this version is definitely a classic. This CD also includes the "duet" presented at the end with his daughter. Maybe I'm too much a traditionalist, but it just doesn't work for me nearly as well as the original, and I usually skip over it.

While every song is wonderful, standouts for me are the songs I don't have as often in my Christmas music collection. "Deck the Hall," "O Tannenbaum" (Yes, recorded in German.), "I Saw Three Ships," and "Caroling, Caroling" are included in this group. And I have to make special note of "A Cradle in Bethlehem." This musical version of the Christmas story is very touching. I wish more artists would record it.

Having listened to this album every Christmas I can remember, it just wouldn't be Christmas without it. Even now, listening to it makes me think of dark winter nights, decorating the tree, and wrapping presents. It has a special place in my collection, and I'm sure it will in yours as well. Don't hesitate, buy it today.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great classic album
The Christmas Song album by Nat King Cole is great.The price was fantastic,and the product was in very good condition. The product arrived in a good time frame. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Steve Harden
One of the albums that must be played at Christmas time
Nat King Cole
The Christmas Song

This is one you have to have if your going to play Christmas music.
Five Stars
Published 3 months ago by J. Bynum
Christmas Favorites
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Tracks:
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1 The Christmas Song
2 Adeste Fideles
3 Hark! Read more
Published 4 months ago by Robert Riggs
Disappointed that it is missing 4 songs, but his voice is still like...
I have listened to Nat King Cole Christmas music since I was a kid. I had the cassette tape of The Christmas Song, and it finally died. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Michelle2762
To kids from one to ninety-two
"The Christmas Song" is Nat King Cole's signature Christmas song. This CD includes "The Christmas Song" and several other Christmas songs. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Johnny Heering
A pleasure to listen to.
Nat "King" Cole had one of the smoothest voices around. On top of that, "The Christmas Song" is one of the best Christmas songs ever made. Read more
Published 8 months ago by 50's Kid
A Must Have Album
I love this album. Just bought it for a 3rd time. Music that calms the beast. Vocals that make you want to sit in front of a fire and snuggle with the one you love. Read more
Published 8 months ago by DePigg2
A Classic Christmas Album.
I like this Album. Although Nat 'King' Cole wasn't part of my generation, his music lives on for those of us of the 'Baby Boomers', who grew up listening to his music. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Roy F. Lauper
Nat King Cole CD
I am so glad I finally found this CD. You see this is a second copy for me. I took our original copy to work during the Christmas in July and it went missing from the case. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Kathleen
Nat King Cole at his best!
This CD is exceptional. I grew up listening to it, and to me it embodies Christmas. I would recommend this to anyone who likes the era Nat sang out of, or enjoys classic Christmas... Read more
Published 17 months ago by entwoman98
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