Christmas is just a few short days away, which means it is time for another Christmas Comprehensive.
For those that have not been keeping up with this short but thrilling article series, each Christmas Comprehensive is dedicated to looking at a specific Christmas carol and showing seven of the best renditions of the song (in our personal opinion!)
When it comes to Christmas Carols, there are countless renditions of our favorite songs. While one version of a staple carol may ring in the cheer through your holiday home, it is very likely that, to another a differing rendition of the same song may lead them to deck their halls.
So far, we have given you seven amazing renditions of the Christmas classics "Carol of the Bells" and "Jingle Bells." For this Christmas Comprehensive, we are lending an ear to the ever-magical, effortlessly wonderful song, "Winter Wonderland."
Winter Wonderland
"Sleigh bells ring. Are you listening?" Well, in fact, people have been listening to this song for almost 100 years now. The song "Winter Wonderland" originally came out back in the year 1934, making it a time-tested 88 years old. It was created by Felix Bernard and Richard Bernhard Smith. In the song's 88 years of staying popularity, there have been over 200 different renditions of the song created.
With 200 different renditions to choose from, we will not even be able to scrape the surface of your listening options when it comes to this wonderful tune. Yet, we will definitely give you a place to start. Here are seven of our favorite editions of the song "Winter Wonderland" (in no particular order!)
1. Dean Martin
Dean Martin's glittering, magical edition of the iconic song is a traditional masterpiece that is sure to fill anyone with the Christmas spirit. His rich, almost conversational voice creates a welcoming atmosphere that encourages all to come and listen. This rendition is an obvious must-listen during this holiday season.
2. Michael Buble
Michael Buble might just be the modern-day King of Christmas. His jazzy rendition of "Winter Wonderland" certainly keeps him in line for the crown. While the song still carries the gentle, welcoming quality of the traditional tune, the jazzy twists, horn sections, and decidedly Buble-ian takes on the song make it perfect for the holiday season.
3. Bing Crosby
Bing Crosby takes on the song in a rendition that can be best described by the word smooth. The savory voice of the singer, skates through the song, bringing all listeners into the hearth and home of a wonderful Christmas. He takes progressively more liberties with the original piece as the song goes on, giving those hearing the song the feeling of being welcomed in and then delighted.
4. Amy Grant
Amy Grant's rendition shows us the song through the lens of a perfect pop and jazz blend. While some of the orchestral sounds have the soothing, free-spirited quality of jazz, her voice gives us decided notes of pop. This adaptation of "Winter Wonderland" is sure to add the perfect level of omph! to any and all Christmas festivities you may be having.
5. Darlene Love
What is a list of Christmas songs without Darlene Love? The sensation's edition of the song is thrillingly upbeat. If you know that your Christmas celebration is filled with people eager to get up and dance, this is the version of "Winter Wonderland" for you. Darlene Love's version of the song will put the pep in the pudding of any holiday party you have!
6. Jessie J
Jessie J's "Winter Wonderland" is a sultry and sophisticated holiday hit. The pop singer brings an elegant night-club-cabaret flare to the ever iconic song. This rendition of the song is GIVING classy holiday party. This is the song that the most powerful people in New York listen to at their holiday Christmas party in a penthouse as they look out over their purview, drinking glasses of expensive champagne, while they all decide to take a few minutes off from scheming, but does anyone really take a day off from scheming? Or something like that...
7. Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin's version of the song "Winter Wonderland" is beautifully her own. The soothing and wonderful rendition of the song is perfect for any moment in the Christmas season. Whether you're spending time with family or on the road going to see them, your holiday season would not be complete without a listen to this Aretha Franklin rendition of "Winter Wonderland."
In Conclusion!
There are many, many, many more incredible versions of the song that we did not get a chance to put onto this list, but we hope this gives you a merry start! We are sure your Christmas will be filled with wonderful renditions of "Winter Wonderland." Happy listening!
