Dave Brubeck - A Dave Brubeck Christmas

1. "Homecoming" Jingle Bells
2. Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
3. Joy to the World
4. Away in a Manger
5. Winter Wonderland
6. O Little Town of Bethlehem
7. What Child Is This? (Greensleeves)
8. To Us Is Given
9. O Tannenbaum
10. Silent Night
11. Cantos Para Pedir las Posadas
12. Run, Run, Run to Bethlehem
13. "Farewell" Jingle Bells
14. The Christmas Song

Christmas

Dave Brubeck covers a host of favorite carols on this solo outing. His chime-like "Joy to the World" and striding "Winter Wonderland" are treasures. His festive opening version of "Jingle Bells" contrasts with the weary version signaling the end of an evening's festivities; anyone who has ever worked a holiday party will relate to it. His originals include the delightful "Run, Run, Run to Bethlehem" and the meditative "To Us Is Given." This is a Christmas album worth repeated hearings.  

(By Ken Dryden from allmusic.com)