Rosemary Clooney - White Christmas (1996) [2003, Reissue, Hi-Res SACD Rip]

Although Rosemary Clooney had a major part in the famous film White Christmas back in 1954, this was her first full Christmas album and it was a big seller when it was released late in 1996. From the jazz standpoint, there is not much here, as Clooney is accompanied by a huge orchestra conducted and mostly arranged by Peter Matz. Although there are a few brief solos from altoist Gary Foster, tenor saxophonist Dan Higgins, trombonist Chauncey Welsch and trumpeter Warren Luening, the music is essentially nostalgic middle-of-the-road pop with Clooney joined on several numbers by the Earl Brown Singers (who also take brief a cappella versions of some veteran Christmas tunes); one tune apiece features appearances by Michael Feinstein and Rosemary’s brother Nick Clooney. But jazz content aside, Rosemary Clooney is in good voice, and the heartfelt emotions that she expresses on these Yuletide favorites communicate quite well. ― Allmusic

Tracklist
01. The Christmas Song – 03:52
02. Let It Snow – 03:11
03. Joy To The World – 00:42
04. I’ll be Home For Christmas – 03:31
05. It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year – 02:21
06. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas – 03:31
07. Christmas Love Song – 03:30
08. The First Noδl – 00:50
09. Winter Wonderland – 02:46
10. Christmas Time Is Here – 03:09
11. Christmas Mem’ries – 03:52
12. Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer – 01:03
13. The Spirit Of Christmas – 04:33
14. Santa Claus Is Coming To Town / Hey Kris Kringle – 02:40
15. Count Your Blessings (Instead Of Sheep) – 03:24
16. O Little Town Of Bethlehem – 00:59
17. The Christmas Waltz – 02:45
18. White Christmas – 03:36
19. Silent Night – 01:18
20. Sleep Well, Little Children – 02:13
21. Don’t Wait Till The Night Before Christmas – 01:29

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