Roger Williams - Christmas Time (KS-3164) (1964) Vinyl LP • Adeste Fideles

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Vinyl plays with some crackles and a few light-clicks (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; scuffing (front/back); discoloration with darker discoloration spots on back. Inner-sleeve is original (Kapp Ads, Roger Ads); seams partially split. Spine is mostly readable with noticeable wear and splits. Heavy shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners with splits. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. Slight label variation. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Silent Night
2. O Little Town Of Bethlehem
3. Winter Wonderland
4. We Three Kings Of Orient Are - The First Noel - Away In A Manger - Angels We Have Heard On High
5. Deck The Halls
6. Adeste Fideles
7. White Christmas
8. Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
9. The Christmas Song
10. O, Holy Night - Joy To The World - It Came Upon The Midnight Clear - O, Sanctissima
11. Jingle Bells
12. Hark, The Herald Angels Sing

About The Record:

Christmas Time (KS-3164), by Roger Williams, released in 1959 on Kapp Records, is a beloved holiday album featuring 12 tracks that blend religious and secular Christmas songs, showcasing Williams' signature piano style alongside lush orchestral arrangements by The Concert Grand Orchestra, directed by Frank Hunter and Marty Gold. The album is celebrated for its impeccable production, with standout tracks like Silent Night, O Little Town of Bethlehem, White Christmas, and Winter Wonderland, which are noted for their unique and beautiful renditions, earning praise as some of the finest versions of these classics. Its historical significance lies in its enduring popularity, with fans calling for a CD reissue due to its pristine sound quality, ideal for the quiet passages that highlight Williams' exceptional piano work and the orchestra's rich strings. The album's seamless integration of piano and orchestral elements distinguishes it as a standout Christmas record, often compared to other iconic holiday albums of the era. No specific hit singles from this album charted, but its tracks remain fan favorites for their timeless appeal and masterful execution.