Christmas Time Is Here
Vince Guaraldi
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Christmas time is here Happiness and cheer Fun for all that children call Their favorite time of the year Snowflakes in the air Carols everywhere Olden times and ancient rhymes Of love and dreams to share Sleigh bells in the air Beauty everywhere Yuletide by the fireside And joyful memories there Christmas time is here We'll be drawing near Oh, that we could always see Such spirit through the year Oh, that we could always see Such spirit through the year
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Written by: Lee Mendelson, Vince Guaraldi
Lyrics © LEE MENDELSON FILM PROD., INC.
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11 facts about this song
Song Creation"Christmas Time is Here" was created by Vince Guaraldi in 1965.
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Song ComposerVince Guaraldi, a famous jazz pianist, composed this song which quickly became a classic.
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Song PerformerThe song was performed by the Vince Guaraldi Trio, which consisted of Vince Guaraldi, Fred Marshall (bassist), and Jerry Granelli (drummer).
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Song for Television"Christmas Time is Here" was originally created for a television special movie "A Charlie Brown Christmas" aired on CBS in December 1965.
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UniquenessIt is one of the only Christmas songs of its time that was largely instrumental, featuring a choir of children from St. Paul's Episcopal Church in San Rafael, California for vocals.
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Album's SuccessThe album 'A Charlie Brown Christmas,' which features the song, was a huge success and has been certified Quadruple Platinum, meaning it has sold over four million copies.
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LegacyThe song has been covered by numerous artists in a variety of genres, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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RecognitionIn 2012, 'A Charlie Brown Christmas,' the album that features "Christmas Time is Here," was added to the Library of Congress’s National Recording Registry list of "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant" American sound recordings.
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Jazz InfluenceThe song’s jazzy, melancholy feel is unusual for a Christmas song, giving it a distinctive sound that sets it apart from other holiday music.
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Enduring LegacyEven after decades, "Christmas Time is Here" continues to receive substantial radio airtime every holiday season, proving its enduring appeal.
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Posthumous RecognitionDespite the song's success, Vince Guaraldi passed away in 1976 at the age of 47 and did not live to see the full legacy of his creation.
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