Nat King Cole - Christmas With (1973) Limited Edition Vinyl LP • Fred Waring

Catalog Number: SL-6883

Record Grading: Excellent (EX), Sleeve Grading: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Condition Details:

COLLECTORS' LIMITED EDITION. Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing, surface impressions, discoloration and discoloration spots (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (generic capitol). Spine is mostly readable with mild wear. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening shows signs of use and divots. Orange label. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

• The Christmas Song
• Silver Bells (Fred Waring & The Pennsylvanians )
• O Little Town Of Bethlehem
• God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
• White Christmas (Fred Waring & The Pennsylvanians )
• Caroling, Caroling
• Joy To The World
• Winter Wonderland (Fred Waring & The Pennsylvanians )
• Away In A Manger
• A Cradle In Bethlehem
• Sleigh Ride (Fred Waring & The Pennsylvanians )
• Adeste Fideles

About The Record:

Christmas With Nat King Cole and Fred Waring with the Pennsylvanians is a festive collaboration featuring Nat King Cole's smooth vocals and Fred Waring's renowned choral arrangements, blending jazz and orchestral styles for a timeless holiday sound. This album combines Cole’s iconic renditions of Christmas classics with Waring’s lush, harmonious choral backing, creating a warm and nostalgic holiday experience. While the album itself did not produce new hit singles, it features Cole’s signature song The Christmas Song, which was originally recorded in 1946 and re-recorded multiple times, with the 1961 stereo version becoming a holiday standard and earning a place in the National Recording Registry in 2022 for its cultural significance. The album’s historical importance lies in its pairing of two musical giants, showcasing Cole’s enduring influence on holiday music and Waring’s innovative choral direction. The Christmas Song remains a perennial chart performer, peaking at No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2022, marking the longest journey to the top ten at 62 years.