{"id":16386,"date":"2020-12-16T20:55:34","date_gmt":"2020-12-17T01:55:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/idolchatter\/?p=16386"},"modified":"2020-12-16T20:55:34","modified_gmt":"2020-12-17T01:55:34","slug":"6-seasonal-playlists-to-set-a-christmas-mood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/idolchatter\/2020\/12\/6-seasonal-playlists-to-set-a-christmas-mood.html","title":{"rendered":"6 Seasonal Playlists to Set a Christmas Mood"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.beliefnet.com\/sites\/87\/2020\/12\/holidays-christmas-family-tree-decorate-lights_credit-shutterstock.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-16392\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.beliefnet.com\/sites\/87\/2020\/12\/holidays-christmas-family-tree-decorate-lights_credit-shutterstock.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"402\" height=\"301\" \/><\/a>It\u2019s easy to tell when the Christmas season is near: right after Thanksgiving, stores trade the oranges and browns of fall decor for rich greens and reds and whites. When the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, you think of your favorite holiday comfort food and crave the sounds of Christmas music.<\/p>\n<p>When we think of Christmas music, many different options come to mind! There are songs for every Christmas feeling: sometimes we want to go rockin\u2019 around the tree or just grab a blanket to enjoy with a cup of hot chocolate. Maybe you enjoy the nostalgia of older songs or tunes from your favorite Christmas movie.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re gathering with others this season or spending some socially distant time at home, music helps us to get into the Christmas spirit. These carefully curated playlists are meant to match your holiday mood, including one to remind us of the greatest story of Christmas: Jesus born in a manger.<\/p>\n<h3>Christmas Songs for Hot-Chocolate Weather<\/h3>\n<p>As the temperatures fall, it\u2019s starting to feel and look a lot like Christmas. Cold nights are the perfect time to bring out the hot cocoa and your favorite blanket. So, get out the Christmas mugs, put a log on the fire, and cozy up to this playlist:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cO Tannenbaum,\u201d by Vince Guaraldi Trio<\/li>\n<li>\u201cIt\u2019s Not Christmas \u2018Til You Come Home,\u201d by Norah Jones<\/li>\n<li>\u201cWhite Christmas,\u201d by Bing Crosby<\/li>\n<li>\u201cI\u2019ll be Home for Christmas,\u201d by Joy Williams<\/li>\n<li>\u201cLet it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!\u201d by Ella Fitzgerald<\/li>\n<li>\u201cIt\u2019s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas,\u201d by Michael Bubl\u00e9<\/li>\n<li>\u201cThe Christmas Song,\u201d by Beegie Adair<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHave Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,\u201d by The Sea The Sea<\/li>\n<li>\u201cWinter Wonderland,\u201d by Ella Fitzgerald<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Music for a Nostalgic Christmas Mood<\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s nothing like the Christmas season to put you in the mood for the good ole\u2019 days. Are you looking for some tunes to tide you over in between watches of \u201cIt\u2019s a Wonderful Life\u201d? If that\u2019s you, try out these nostalgic \u201coldies, but goodies\u201d to keep feeling like Christmas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cHave Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,\u201d by Judy Garland<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHark! The Herald Angels Sing,\u201d by King\u2019s College Choir<\/li>\n<li>\u201cA Marshmallow World,\u201d by Dean Martin<\/li>\n<li>\u201cThere\u2019s No Place Like Home for the Holidays,\u201d by Perry Como<\/li>\n<li>\u201cWe Wish You a Merry Christmas,\u201d by Bing Crosby<\/li>\n<li>\u201cSilent Night,\u201d by Bing Crosby<\/li>\n<li>\u201cThe Christmas Song,\u201d by Nat King Cole<\/li>\n<li>\u201cLet it Snow, Let it Snow,\u201d by Vaughn Monroe<\/li>\n<li>\u201cFrosty the Snowman,\u2019 by Gene Autry<\/li>\n<li>\u201cJingle Bells,\u201d by Perry Como<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Christmas Music to Welcome Guests for the Holidays<\/h3>\n<p>The Christmas season often brings friends and family to visit and celebrate. While things might look a bit different this year, you can still turn to the same festive Christmas music! Create a party atmosphere in your home with this playlist:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cIt\u2019s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,\u201d by Andy Williams<\/li>\n<li>\u201cA Holly Jolly Christmas,\u201d by Burl Ives<\/li>\n<li>\u201cWhat Christmas Means to Me,\u201d by Stevie Wonder<\/li>\n<li>\u201cSilver Bells,\u201d by She &amp; Him<\/li>\n<li>\u201cI\u2019ll be Home for Christmas,\u201d by Michael Bubl\u00e9<\/li>\n<li>\u201cAll I Want for Christmas Is You,\u201d by Mariah Carey<\/li>\n<li>\u201cSleigh Ride,\u201d by The Ronettes<\/li>\n<li>\u201cWhen It\u2019s Christmas Time In Texas,\u201d by George Strait<\/li>\n<li>\u201cGood \u2018Swing\u2019 Wenceslas,\u201d by Count Basie Orchestra<\/li>\n<li>\u201cThe 12 Days of Christmas,\u201d by Ray Conniff<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Songs for Christmas Fun<\/h3>\n<p>Who says Christmas can\u2019t be fun? Silly holiday songs bring out the child in all of us, and add laughter to the season. If you want to start smiling, or play something fun for your little ones, start up this playlist for a cheeky twist:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cChristmas Don\u2019t be Late,\u201d by Chipmunks<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHere Comes Santa Claus,\u201d by Gene Autry<\/li>\n<li>\u201cSanta Claus is Coming to Town,\u201d by Frank Sinatra &amp; Cindy Lauper<\/li>\n<li>\u201cRudolph the Rednosed Reindeer,\u201d by Burl Ives<\/li>\n<li>\u201cGood King Wenceslas,\u201d by Relient K<\/li>\n<li>\u201cRockin\u2019 Around the Christmas Tree,\u201d by Brenda Lee<\/li>\n<li>\u201cYou\u2019re a Mean One Mr. Grinch,\u201d by Thurl Ravenscroft<\/li>\n<li>\u201cUp on the Housetop,\u201d by The Jackson 5<\/li>\n<li>\u201cJingle Bell Rock,\u201d by Bobby Helms<\/li>\n<li>\u201cGrandma Got Run-over by a Reindeer,\u201d by The Irish Rovers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Christmas Music to Tune Your Heart to Jesus<\/h3>\n<p>In all the excitement of Christmas, it can be easy to forget the biggest reason to celebrate: our Lord Jesus was born into the world! Try out this playlist to help turn your heart to Jesus and remind you of the true joy of Christmas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cJoy To The World (Joyful, Joyful),\u201d by Phil Wickham<\/li>\n<li>\u201cO Come, O Come, Emmanuel,\u201d by Enya<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHark! The Herald Angels Sing,\u201d by Rend Collective<\/li>\n<li>\u201cOh, Holy Night,\u201d by Celine Dion<\/li>\n<li>\u201cO Come All Ye Faithful,\u201d by Red Rocks Worship<\/li>\n<li>\u201cAdvent Hymn,\u201d by Christy Nockels<\/li>\n<li>\u201cWhat Child is This?\u201d by Kari Jobe<\/li>\n<li>\u201cCome Thou Long Expected Jesus,\u201d by Kings Kaleidoscope<\/li>\n<li>\u201cAngels We Have Heard On High,\u201d by The Piano Guys<\/li>\n<li>\u201cThe First Noel,\u201d by Frank Sinatra<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Songs for Christmas Playlist Inspiration<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019ve looked through the previous slides but are still searching for that perfect Christmas mood, it might be time to curate your own list of Christmas tunes! Use this playlist as inspiration for creating your own:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cIt\u2019s the Most Wonderful Time of The Year,\u201d by Andy Williams<\/li>\n<li>\u201cGo Tell It On The Mountain,\u201d by Tenth Avenue North<\/li>\n<li>\u201cThis Christmas,\u201d by Donny Hathaway<\/li>\n<li>\u201cSilent Night,\u201d by Future of Forestry<\/li>\n<li>\u201cChristmas Time Is Here,\u201d by Vince Guaraldi Trio<\/li>\n<li>\u201cDoxology,\u201d by Kristene Dimarco<\/li>\n<li>\u201cA Holly Jolly Christmas,\u201d by Burl Ives<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHere Comes Santa Claus,\u201d by Elvis Presley<\/li>\n<li>\u201cAngels We Have Heard (Glory Be),\u201d by Jordan Smith<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHave Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,\u201d by Relient K<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Preparing a Playlist for Christmas<\/h3>\n<p>Help us to fill our minds<\/p>\n<p>With songs of joy and hope.<\/p>\n<p>We don\u2019t need to throw out \u201cNon-church\u201d songs,<\/p>\n<p>But help us measure them.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe, perhaps, we trim some off, Ones that divert our hearts from You. Give us the strength<\/p>\n<p>To compose playlists thoughtfully, Adjusting for the perfect balance, Folding in true messages:<\/p>\n<p>What is honorable, just, and pure, The lovely and excellent,<\/p>\n<p>All that is worthy of praise.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Guest Post by Bryn Schulke. Bryn is one of 26 contributors to <em>Words for Winter<\/em>, a collection of liturgies for the holiday season that are meant to meet readers where they are &#8212; from joyous moments to times of lament. Excerpted from <em>Words for Winter<\/em>. Copyright \u00a9\ufe0f 2020. Used by permission of The Austin Stone Institute. For more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.austinstoneinstitute.org\/resources\">www.austinstoneinstit.org\/resources<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s easy to tell when the Christmas season is near: right after Thanksgiving, stores trade the oranges and browns of fall decor for rich greens and reds and whites. 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