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Product Details

  • Audio CD (October 29, 2002)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Original recording remastered
  • Label: Umvd Labels
  • ASIN: B00006WL1Q
  • In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #871 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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    #27 in  Music > Jazz > Vocal Jazz

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It'd be hard to imagine a happier wish than the one this jazz vocal legend offers her listeners on this urbane-yet-homey collection of holiday favorites. The First Lady of Song recorded these tunes in 1960, at the peak of her interpretive powers. As such, she puts her singular stamp on everything from a sultry vamp like "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve" to the sweet and cozy "The Christmas Song." Even potentially shopworn standards like "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town" sound fresher when they're coming from Ella Fitzgerald. --David Sprague

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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Ella Swings With Santa and Friends, November 10, 2004
By Michael Spielman "mickeyjca" (Avondale, Az United States) - See all my reviews
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Ella is perfection. This pairing of Ella and Christmas is beyond wonderful! My parents had one of those old compilation Christmas albums from the 70's (you know, the kind you could get really cheap at hardware and tire stores around the holidays)and it had Ella's version of Sleigh Ride on it. That was my first introduction to Ella. I was hooked, and I've become a life-long fan.

When this CD originally came out in the early 90's, I bought it and fell in love with Ella all over again. Then, when it was remastered and beefed up with extra tracks a few years ago, I bought it again. And I still love every minute of it. (My personal favorite is the laid-back jazz version of Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas. It's much less depressing than the standard take that other singers have given us.)

A word about the "Alternate Takes" at the end of the CD: With the exception of Frosty, these are completely different recordings from the ones on the original album. The alternate versions of The Christmas Song and White Christmas were recorded at a different time with a different orchestra. The arrangements make a nice companion to the versions found on the original album, but they aren't simply "Alternate Takes" from the same recording session. Personally, I like hearing Ella sing the same song with completely different arrangements.

And then there's the alternate Frosty. Yes, it is annoying. But if you know a little about Ella, you know she had a great sense of humor and she loved kids. This wasn't the first time she sang in her "little girl" voice, and I'm sure it wasn't the last. Although it's not my favorite, taken in context I think it's a truly wonderful gem. And if a 6-year-old kid hears her singing Frosty and becomes a life-long fan, then it's definitely worth it to have this version included!
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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Much better the second time around!, November 18, 2003
By James Fenos "music freak" (Columbus, OH United States) - See all my reviews
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I wanted this disc last year, but a tight economy and a deluge of fine releases of Christmas albums prevented me from puchasing it. Already owning the original cd release, I decided to wait to buy this release until this year. Good things are worth waiting for, this album is of no exception. The 24 bit remastering of the best masters from this album refreshen the whole listening experience. The result is a surgically clean sonic marvel. The clairity of the backgrounds, including the vocalists, and the crisp tone of Ella's bell-clear voice all make for a joyful rediscovery of a masterful holiday album.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars If THIS doesn't jingle your bells, nothing will !!!, December 5, 2006
By Matthew G. Sherwin (last seen screaming at Amazon customer service) - See all my reviews
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Ella Fitzgerald puts her own stamp on classic Christmas songs on this CD. The songs have a distinctly jazzy feel to them and Ella's voice is strong, vibrant and full of energy as she swings through each song. When the CD ends you want more because every note from Ella is flawless. The musical arrangements are also nicely done.

The CD starts with a jazzy version of "Jingle Bells." "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" is performed by Ella in a happier style than the way this song is usually performed; and Ella's touching and poignant rendition of "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?" is sure to move even the hardest of hearts. Awesome!

Other joyful songs on this CD include "Sleigh Ride;" "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!;" and "Frosty The Snowman." Ella is ably assisted by a choir on several tracks including "Frosty The Snowman;" "Christmas Island" and "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town."

The LP version of this CD ends with the timeless and melancholy "White Christmas." However, Ella performs this song in a manner that is so singularly beautiful that you just can't help but feel optimistic instead of blue. Bravo, Ella!

The CD version of this album offers much more. "The Secret Of Christmas" is a reflective ballad about celebrating friendships; Ella sings this one song with Russ Garcia and his band. "Christmas Island" is a swinging song about celebrating the holiday on a tropical island in the Caribbean or the Pacific. The backup choir again enhances this song and they back up Ella very smoothly.

There are even three alternate takes of songs on this CD that are released here for the first time. We get unused takes of "The Christmas Song;" "White Christmas" and "Frosty The Snowman." This is a great bonus.

The liner notes include an extensive essay by Will Friedwald; the original artwork for the back cover of the record album jacket; song credits and another short essay about the history of the Verve Music Group.

I highly recommend this CD for Ella's fans as well as anyone who enjoys Christmas music. There is an undeniably jazzy flavor to this album that sets it apart from the rest; jazz enthusiasts will have a blast listening to this CD at holiday time. Frank DeVol does a great job with his orchestra and this also adds a big band flavor to these recordings. You can't go wrong with this timeless CD by Ella Fitzgerald; the Christmas songs are all classics performed with great sensitivity and even the lesser known ballads are exquisite. Get this CD, turn up the volume and enjoy!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!
First, musically this album is wonderful. Christmas music?? Sure, on a couple of the tracks, but the majority of the album is 'anytime' music. Read more
Published 8 months ago by R. Davis

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Holiday CD!
The holiday season was made better for me because I was able to listen to Ella swingin' her way through all of the traditional Christmas tunes.
Published 10 months ago by ftsms

5.0 out of 5 stars Love this Christmas Album. Ella is always great.
I was shocked to see this MP3 download at such a great price. 18 songs, some well known a few new to me. Ella jazzes up the songa in her own well known special way. Read more
Published 11 months ago by kindred spirit

5.0 out of 5 stars Ella for the family
My son at 5 declared that nobody sings Jingle Bells like Ella Fitzgerald. This cd was a must for us. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable!
I'm crazy about Ella Fitzgerald and Christmas is a very special time of the year for me, so this is perfect! I didn't know it existed. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Ella Fans
I got this CD just before Christmas 2007 and it is so good I am still playing it in the car on Easter!!! Read more
Published 20 months ago by P. Carlson

5.0 out of 5 stars Spirited, jazzy updates on Christmas classics in Ella's inimitable style
I have nearly twenty Ella Fitzgerald recordings, and she is without a doubt my favorite jazz interpreter of all time. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Veggiechiliqueen

5.0 out of 5 stars Ella rocks!
This is a fabulous CD -- Ella's voice is a Christmas present in and of itself.
Published 21 months ago by L. Coye

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Ella
For all would-be Ella fans...this should be a part of your holiday music collection. Ella's voice is so clear and beautiful in this compilation, it's a must have.
Published 21 months ago by Cynthia Canteen

5.0 out of 5 stars never herd anything more fabulous
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with her voice in them even the less liked xmas songs become artistically beautiful and capable of exciting strong emotions
Published 22 months ago by Claudio Cannella

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