Fred Waring - Now is the Caroling Season (1960) Vinyl LP • Christmas

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Vinyl plays with crackles and some clicks (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; scuffing, discoloration (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (capitol stereo explanation), two seams partially split. Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear (printed off center). Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge with splits on both edges. Minor wear to corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Now Is The Caroling Season
2. We Three Kings
3. Winter Wonderland
4. Here We Come Awassailing
5. O Christmas Tree
6. Silver Bells
7. Angels We Have Heard On High
8. In Sweetest Jubilee
9. The Twelve Days Of Christmas
10. Masters In The Hall
11. White Christmas
12. Now Is The Caroling Season
13. Sleigh Ride
14. Christmas Is Meant For Children
15. Hi Ho The Holly
16. O Come, O Come Emmanuel
17. Bring A Torch, Jeanette, Isabella
18. I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day
19. Angels, From The Realms Of Glory
20. The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)
21. It Was A Night Of Wonder
22. March Of The Kings

About The Record:

Now is the Caroling Season, by Fred Waring, released in 1957, is a beloved holiday album featuring the renowned Pennsylvanians choir performing a festive collection of Christmas carols. The album showcases Waring's signature choral arrangements, blending traditional carols like O Come, O Come, Emmanuel and White Christmas with a warm, polished sound that captures the spirit of the season. Historically significant for its role in popularizing choral Christmas music during the mid-20th century, it reflects Waring's influence as a pioneer in choral direction and radio broadcasting. The album, while not known for producing chart-topping singles, includes standout tracks like Carol of the Bells and Winter Wonderland, which have remained enduring holiday favorites. Its release on Decca Records solidified Waring's reputation for delivering high-quality, accessible holiday music that resonated with a wide audience.